NHTSA Recall 21V276000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Bentley Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 206 vehicles. It affects 2021 Bentley Bentayga.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V276000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RE21/17 (RB98) |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 21, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Safety risk
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/17 (RB98).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V276000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bentley Bentayga | 2021 |
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.