NHTSA Recall # | 78177 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 08V217000 |
MFG Compaign # | RE08/02 |
Manufacturer | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD |
Supplier | BENTLEY |
Brand | BENTLEY |
Model | CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR |
Model Year | 2007 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 18/06/08 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 14/03/04 |
End date of manufacturing | 18/03/08 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 15/05/08 |
Report created | 15/05/08 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 13420 |
Defect summary | Bentley is recalling 13,420 my 2004-2008 continental gt, continental gt speed, continental flying spur, and continental gtc vehicles. There is the potential for road salt to corrode the outer surface of the fuel filter. This could lead to the filter housing becoming porous with a corresponding fuel leak. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. |
Corrective action | Dealers will replace the fuel filter and reposition the retaining clip on all affected vehicles. The recall began on june 18, 2008. Owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923. |
Recall notes | Customers may 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. |