AI DamageBentley Flying Spur: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Bentley Flying Spur across 12 model years: 0 owner complaints and 1,086 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.
- 4 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl 2015–2024
- 6 L · petrol · turbo · 12 cyl 2014–2024
- 2.9 L · plug-in hybrid · turbo · 6 cyl 2022–2024
- 4 L · plug-in hybrid · turbo · 8 cyl 2025–2026
- automatic, 8-speed 2014–2018
- dual-clutch (DCT), 8-speed 2020–2026
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2,800 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 681 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 610 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 562 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 479 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 369 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 294 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 198 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 156 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 145 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 132 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 124 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 95 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 92 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Boot Lid Badge Inspection | Flying Spur | 27MY (SC26/25). Technical background
- Temperature Pop‑Up No Longer Displayed in the MMI Display | Continental GT/GTC /Flying Spur
- Showroom Charging Instructions | Continental GT/GTC and Flying Spur. Condition
- Service info
- Continental GT / C and New Flying Spur - Outer dashboard speaker grille lifted / Incorrect flushness
- Software Update | 12v Li-On Battery | Continental GT/GTC/Flying Spur | SC26/27 Technical background
- 12v Battery Compatibility | Continental GT/GTC/Flying Spur Customer statement / workshop findings
- 12V Battery Compatibility | Continental GT/GTC/Flying Spur | 26MY. Customer statement / workshop findings
- HVAC Auto Fan - Auto Function Not Operating Correctly l Cont GT/C, Flying Spur. Customer Statement
- Drive system fault - Camshaft position sensor DTC. Customer may state following concerns
- Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty
- Service info
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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.