2003 Bentley Arnage RL Recalls, Complaints & Specs
3 safety recalls list the 2003 Bentley Arnage RL. Check your own VIN below.
3 safety recalls for the 2003 Bentley Arnage RL
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Fuel injection system (fuel system)
On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the fuel feed line quick connector may disengage, allowing fuel leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the quick release collar, ensure full engagement, and install a safety clip. Owner notification began on march 23, 2004. Owners should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
On certain passenger and limousine vehicles, contact can occur between a brake pipe or fuel pipe and the antilock braking system (ABS) modulator pump. Should this happen, it could result in eventual abrasive damage to either pipe, leading to possible leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the affected components and, if necessary, replace it with a new one. Owner notification began october 7, 2003. Owners should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
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Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
The flexible hose carrying central hydraulic system fluid between the regulator and the accumulator could leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hose. Owner notification is expected to begin april 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2003 Bentley Arnage RL. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2003 Bentley Arnage (Arnage LWB). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 11 mpg |
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| City / Highway | 9 / 13 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Large Cars, Midsize Cars |
| Engine | 8 cyl, 6.8 L |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
Compare Bentley Arnage RL model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Bentley Arnage RL model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Bentley Arnage RL | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 Bentley Arnage RL | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 Bentley Arnage RL | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 Bentley Arnage RL | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 Bentley Arnage RL | 1 | 0 |
Checking a specific 2003 Bentley Arnage RL
How do I know if my 2003 Bentley Arnage RL has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 3 campaigns currently list the 2003 Bentley Arnage RL; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Bentley dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 03V127000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.