Bentley Mulsanne: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Bentley Mulsanne across 5 model years: 0 owner complaints and 172 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.
- 6.8 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl 2011–2020
- automatic, 8-speed 2011–2020
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 406 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 124 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 85 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 78 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 11 |
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.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty
- Service info
- Real Wear Setup and Guide using VYSOR
- Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings
- My Bentley - Connected services. Customer statement / workshop findings
- Service info
- Engine coolant mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water
- Service info
- Airbag, fire, accident (safety-related enquiry - reporting forms) There is a reporting obligation in the…
- 12 volt - Battery condition checks - Battery replacement requirements
- Measured values - Cycle recording instructions Condition
- Navigation Map Update Process - MIB2 Infotainment Systems. Customer statement / workshop findings
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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.