2020 Bentley Continental GT: common problems

The maker issued 839 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.

Key figures

Technical service bulletins (TSB): 839

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
dual-clutch (DCT), 8-speed

Drive: AWD

Components owners complain about

Component	Owner complaints	involving a crash	Technical service bulletins (TSB)
Electrical system	0	0	600
Engine and cooling	0	0	172
Structure	0	0	156
Equipment	0	0	148
Suspension	0	0	84
Engine	0	0	66
Visibility	0	0	66
Latches, locks, linkages	0	0	35
Powertrain	0	0	33
Exterior lighting	0	0	31
Service brakes	0	0	28
Seat belts	0	0	27
Steering	0	0	27
Wheels	0	0	24

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.
Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.

Manufacturer service bulletins

Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.

received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11038343 (+1 with the same text) · Structure 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…
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11038336 · Structure Continental GT / C and New Flying Spur - Outer dashboard speaker grille lifted / Incorrect flushness
Customer statement / workshop findings: Outer demister panel (speaker grille) lifted / Incorrect flushness
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037172 · Structure Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037171 (+1 with the same text) · Structure Service info
Paint Damage/Anomalies | All Models
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037162 · Other Real Wear Setup and Guide using VYSOR
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037161 · Engine 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…
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037156 (+1 with the same text) · Structure Service info
Leather Damage/Anomalies | All Models
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11037097 · Engine 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…
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11036996 (+1 with the same text) · Visibility Water evident on the A-Post pillar seam - Water dripping behind the door seal - Sunroof specified vehicles…
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11036037 · Structure Window Drop Glass Operation | Continental GT/GTC |19-24MY. Customer statement / workshop findings
• Incorrect operation / function of the front and / or rear window drop glass • Front and / or rear drop glass fails to open / close or attempts to close and re-opens once contact has been made between the glass and…
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11035939 · Engine 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
received by NHTSA in 2025–2026 · № 11035933 (+2 with the same text) · Wheels TPMS - Warning within the Drivers Information Panel (DIP) - Tyre pressure sensor - Low battery

NHTSA lists 839 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 2020 Bentley Continental GT?

There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 839 manufacturer service bulletins.

How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 Bentley Continental GT?

NHTSA lists 839 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 2020 Bentley Continental GT 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 2020 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.