Bentley Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur Recall R/2026/216: Bentley Continental GT Continental GT Convertible Flying Spur: Incorrect Front Driveshafts…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 3 Jun 2026
- Launched
- 10
- vehicles in the UK
- RE26/14 RD73
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Bentley recalled Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur vehicles built between 4 March 2026 and 20 April 2026. The front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect drive shaft which is shorter than intended. The dealer will inspect the front driveshafts and replace them if required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect drive shaft which is shorter than intended. If an incorrect front driveshaft has been fitted it may result in the hub securing nut becoming loose over time.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RECALL CAMPAIGN - Bentley Continental GT Continental GT Convertible Flying Spur - Incorrect Front Driveshafts (RE26/14 RD93) Defect: On affected vehicles the front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect drive shaft which is shorter than intended. If an incorrect front driveshaft has been fitted it may result in the hub securing nut becoming loose over time. Remedy: Inspect the front driveshafts and replace them if required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the hub securing nut becoming loose over time.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the front driveshafts and replace them if required.
Are You Affected?
Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur built between 4 March 2026 and 20 April 2026 may be included. Bentley estimates 10 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Bentley, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Bentley.
- Book with any franchised Bentley dealer, quoting the campaign code RE26/14 RD73 or the DVSA reference R/2026/216. See how to get a Bentley recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying SpurOn affected vehicles the retention bracket holding the rear entertainment screens located in the rear of the front seats may have been installed in the incorrect orientation | Low | R/2023/131 | |
| Bacalar, Continental GTWhen riveting the airbag deflector bracket to the seat frame a sharp edge on the rivet could be created. In the event of the seat airbags being deployed it is possible that the airbag material could become torn reducing the effectiveness of occupant protection | Urgent | R/2023/064 | |
| Continental GTThe water pump concept can create a vacuum within the electrical area of the pump. As a result liquid from the coolant system can permeate through the pump housing onto the electrical circuit board and connector | Low | R/2023/037 | |
| Continental GT, Flying SpurIncorrect front passenger seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor function (alr) may have been installed | Urgent | R/2022/078 | |
| Continental GTThe front seat software could result in trapping of a rear occupant's legs | Low | R/2021/276 |
This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/2025/526 on 13 Jan 2026, for software update for HV battery management controller (RE25/46 RD74). You can also see every Bentley recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/216, launched 3 June 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.