AI DamageBentley Continental Flying Spur: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Bentley Continental Flying Spur across 3 model years: 0 owner complaints and 115 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 6 L · petrol · turbo · 12 cyl 2006–2013
- automatic, 6-speed 2006–2013
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 144 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines
- 12 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings
- Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (front and / or rear)
- Spurious DTC identification. Customer statement / workshop findings
- Engine Coolant Mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water Customer Statement
- Brake Noise Identification
- Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement
- Road wheel inspection procedure Customer Statement
- Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns
- Engine Lubricating Oil - Replenishment Customer Statement
- Running gear - Noise identification Workshop Findings
- Key blade can be difficult to remove from key fob. Technical Background
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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.