NHTSA Recall 06V313000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
BENTLEY MOTORS LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 2004 Bentley Continental GT.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V313000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RE06/02 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 17, 2006 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, there is the potential for insufficient clearance between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip, which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe.
Safety risk
This failure could result in an increased stopping distance when braking increasing the risk of a crash and also a risk of fire due to brake fluid escaping into the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to ascertain the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip and repair as necessary free of charge. The recall began on september 5, 2006. Owners may contact bentley at 248-754-6137.
Notes
Bentley recall no. Re06/02.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationbentley recall no. Re06/02.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V313000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bentley Continental GT | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.