AI Damage2021 Bentley Bentayga: common problems
The maker issued 701 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 701
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- 6 L · petrol · turbo · 12 cyl
- 3 L · plug-in hybrid · turbo · 6 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 470 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 152 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 107 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 91 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Service info
Paint Damage/Anomalies | All Models Customer statement / workshop findings: In rare instances the customer and/or retailer may identify visual damage/anomalies in the paint finish during or post pre-delivery…
- Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty
- Service info
Paint Damage/Anomalies | All Models
- Real Wear Setup and Guide using VYSOR
- Engine Overheating - Warning in the DIP | V8 Kovomo. Customer statement / workshop findings
One or a combination of the following symptoms are evident • Engine overheat warning in the DIP (Engine overheating) • Unusual cooling fan operation at high temperatures • P19F700: Low engine coolant temperature…
- Service info
Leather Damage/Anomalies | All Models
- Engine Overheating - Warning in the DIP | V8 Kovomo. Customer statement / workshop findings
One or a combination of the following symptoms are evident: • Engine overheat warning in the DIP (Engine overheating) • Unusual cooling fan operation at high temperatures • P19F700: Low engine coolant temperature…
- Sunroof blind not retracting | Bentayga Series
Customer may report that the sunroof blind is stuck in the closed position and cannot be opened using interior controls. The Sunroof blind is stuck due to uneven/ruffled or crumped during open or closing
- V8 Engine - Ticking Noise, Misfiring and Possible Low Oil Pressure Indications. Customer statement
The customer may report an audible ticking noise from the top of the engine, low oil pressure warnings / MIL on the Driver Information Panel, and/or misfiring during engine operation
- TPMS - Warning within the Drivers Information Panel (DIP) - Tyre pressure sensor - Low battery
- Sunroof blind not retracting | Bentayga Series
- Satellite Values Not Displayed in MVBs - J949 Emergency Call Control Module (Conbox)
Customer statement / workshop findings: During diagnosis using ODIS, Measured Value Blocks (MVBs) for: Visible satellites, tracked satellites (within J949 Emergency Call Control Module – Conbox) may display blank or no…
NHTSA lists 701 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Bentley Bentayga?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 701 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga?
NHTSA lists 701 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Bentley Bentayga from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.