NHTSA Recall 21V605000: Retractor (seat belts) and seat belts
Bentley Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33 vehicles. It affects 2021 Bentley Bentayga.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V605000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RE21/31 (RC13) |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | August 4, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assemblies, and if necessary, replace the seat belts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/31 (RC13).
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V605000
| 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.