Service bulletins for the 2020 Bentley Bentayga
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
753 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2052853/10 | 2022-08-05. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; STEERING; SUSPENSION. Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s) Technical background: In order to accurately diagnose and repair customer reported clicking noises from the front corner(s) the Measure section of this TPI consists of three individual sections, each section describes the symptom and the remedy which should be applied Symptoms and descriptions regarding clicking noises can appear to be very similar when described, where possible the customer should demonstrate the reported symptom to enable correct diagnosis VERY IMPORTANT: Before proceeding the operative MUST check to confirm that the wheels fitted are the Bentley approved wheels, in the event that Bentley approved wheels are not fitted Or The wheels fitted are Bentley approved however the wheels have been modified for example: Powder coated or have had repairs conducted In the event the afore mentioned scenarios are evident the operative MUST raise a DISS query before carrying out any of the instructions within the Measure section |
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| 2054862/9 | 2022-07-07. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Front brake squeal - 1.5 KHz to 2.0 KHz. Customer statement / workshop findings: Front brake squeal with a frequency of 1.5 KHz to 2.0 KHz Technical background: Modified front brake Calipers and modified front brake disc guard plates are available on receipt of a qualifying DISS query Referring to Figure 1, the replacement front calipers have a Dynamic absorber fitted (A), the brake disc guard plates (B) are pre modified to fit around the absorber. |
| 2046299/14 | 2022-07-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Bentayga - 1.2KHz - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal. Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer. Measure: 1) Follow the Brake noise identification TPI 2052785 - IMPORTANT: For frequency analysis the noise recording equipment Bentley Motors recommends is the Chassis ear tool WT 10437 2) If the sound recording produces a frequency of 1.2-1.4KHz - Remove the rear brake pads as per Repair manual Rep.Gr 46 - Rear Brake Pads - To Remove and Fit and check the actual condition of the brake pads - If the brake pads are to be refitted it will be necessary to make note of the position of the pads for installation purposes |
| 2052853/9 | 2022-06-02. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; STEERING. Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s) Technical background: In order to accurately diagnose and repair customer reported clicking noises from the front corner(s) the Measure section of this TPI consists of three individual sections, each section describes the symptom and the remedy which should be applied. Symptoms and descriptions regarding clicking noises can appear to be very similar when described, where possible the customer should demonstrate the reported symptom to enable correct diagnosis. |
| 2054862/8 | 2022-05-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Front brake squeal - 1.5 KHz to 2.0 KHz. Customer statement / workshop findings Front brake squeal with a frequency of 1.5 KHz to 2.0 KHz Technical background: Modified front brake Callipers and modified front brake disc guard plates are available on receipt of a qualifying DISS query. Referring to Figure 1, the replacement front callipers have a Dynamic absorber fitted (A), the brake disc guard plates (B) are pre modified to fit around the absorber. |
| 2052785/7 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Brake noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Service: Note: For correct diagnosis and repair the attached Flowchart must be followed. 1. Check the overall condition of the brakes to determine if the brake noise can be attributed to one of the causes listed in the Technical Background section of this TPI. If the noise is not a result of one these causes, proceed with point 2. 2. Record the noise and frequency For the frequency analysis and the noise recording we recommend using the Chassis Ear Tool WT 10437. To record the noise and measure the frequency using WT 10437 Chassis Ear Tool follow these instructions; Refer to File recording in the WT 10437 user instructions. |
| 2054862/7 | 2022-04-07. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Front brake squeal - 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHz. Customer statement / workshop findings: Front brake squeal with a frequency of 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHz Technical background: Modified front brake Calipers and modified front brake disc guard plates are available on receipt of a qualifying DISS query Referring to Figure 1, the replacement front calipers have a Dynamic absorber fitted (A), the brake disc guard plates (B) are pre modified to fit around the absorber. |
| 2066580/1 | 2022-04-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Odour emanating from the front wheel arches/front wheels - Odour is also evident within the cabin. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Undesirable odour emanating from the front wheel arches, the issue occurs after the vehicle has reached normal operating temperature - The odour can also be evident within the cabin Technical background: HINT: The issue described is mainly evident on low mileage/low use vehicles with iron brakes In the event the symptoms are as described, please conduct the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2046299/13 | 2022-02-05. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Bentayga - 1.2KHz - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal. Customer statement / workshop findings Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer. Measure: 1) Follow the Brake noise identification TPI 2052785 - IMPORTANT: For frequency analysis the noise recording equipment Bentley Motors recommends is the Chassis ear tool WT 10437 2) If the sound recording produces a frequency of 1.2-1.4KHz - Remove the rear brake pads - Referring to Figure 1 - Take clear photographs of all four brake pad markings NOTE: Although Figure 1 shows two brake pads, photographs of all four brake pads should be taken |
| 2065197/1 | 2021-12-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; POWER TRAIN; SUSPENSION; STEERING. Squeaking/creaking noises from the front axle and/or leaks at the lower ball joint/s. Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeaking/creaking noises when steering/manoeuvring or when the suspension compresses and/or: A leak is visible at the boot of the lower ball joint (grease emerging) however the boot does not show any damage Workshop findings: Noises: The noises can be assigned to the lower ball joint on the left and/or right side (Figure 1 - item 20). Leak (grease emerging): Leak at the boot of the lower ball joint on the left and/or right side (Figure 1- item 20) is visible however the boot is undamaged. Technical background: In the event the symptom is as described, the operative should carry out the instructions within the Measure section Make sure that the production date of the new ball joint is 36/19 or later (see date code example circled in Figure 2 - Week 36 of 2019). |
| 2052853/8 | 2021-12-03. Service bulletin. STEERING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SUSPENSION. Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s) Technical background: In order to accurately diagnose and repair customer reported clicking noises from the front corner(s) the Measure section of this TPI consists of three individual sections, each section describes the symptom and the remedy which should be applied Symptoms and descriptions regarding clicking noises can appear to be very similar when described, where possible the customer should demonstrate the reported symptom to enable correct diagnosis. |
| 2052853/7 | 2021-11-06. Service bulletin. STEERING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SUSPENSION. Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s). Condition: Clicking noises from the left and/or right front corner(s) Technical Background: In order to accurately diagnose and repair customer reported clicking noises from the front corner(s) the Measure section of this TPI consists of three individual sections, each section describes the symptom and the remedy which should be applied Symptoms and descriptions regarding clicking noises can appear to be very similar when described, where possible the customer should demonstrate the reported symptom to enable correct diagnosis |
| 2064519/1 | 2021-11-05. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. DTC's C10BCF6 - 160000 and/or C12E2F2 with symptom code 59744 stored in address 0003 - Parking brake warning in DIP. Customer statement: Parking brake warning light evident within the DIP (See example shown in Figure 1) Workshop findings: C10BCF6 - 160000 - Left parking brake motor Engine speed implausible OR C12E2F2 - 159744 - Right parking brake motor Engine speed implausible. |
| 2052785/6 | 2021-10-05. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Brake noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical background Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: - Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. - New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. - Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. - There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. - Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1). |
| 2064404/1 | 2021-10-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Brake pedal clicking after the vehicle pulls away (following initial engine start). Customer statement / workshop findings: Complaint of the brake pedal clicking shortly after vehicle start up/drive away (following engine start) once the vehicle reaches 20kmh/12mph Technical background: Refer to the video on the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2064404/- The noise is the ABS control unit performing a self-test diagnostic routine If the complaint noise is as shown in the video, the customer should be advised that this is normal and expected behaviour |
| 2063406/2 | 2021-10-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Rear brake squeal (5 KHz) Non CSiC brakes only. Customer statement / workshop findings At low speed, during low braking force application, the rear brakes can produce a high frequency noise (5khz). Measure 1) Follow the Brake noise identification TPI 2052785 - IMPORTANT: For frequency analysis the noise recording equipment Bentley Motors recommends is the Chassis ear tool WT 10437 - Obtain a clear recording using WT 10437 - Carry out an inspection of the brake system to confirm the brake system components are serviceable as per Elsa pro guidelines - Confirm if the brake shim kit (36A 698 219) has previously been fitted to the rear brake pads (As per TPI 2046299/-) |
| 2054862/6 | 2021-08-07. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Front brake squeal - 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHzCustomer statement / workshop findings Front brake squeal with a frequency of 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHz Technical background Modified front brake Callipers and modified front brake disc guard plates are available on receipt of a qualifying DISS query Referring to Figure 1, the replacement front callipers have a Dynamic absorber fitted (A), the brake disc guard plates (B) are pre modified to fit around the absorber. |
| 2046299/12 | 2021-08-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer |
| 2046299/11 | 2021-08-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer |
| 2063406/1 | 2021-06-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Rear brake squeal (5 KHz) Non CSiC brakes only. Customer statement / workshop findings At low speed, during low braking force application, the rear brakes can produce a high frequency noise (5khz). Measure 1) Follow the Brake noise identification TPI 2052785 - IMPORTANT: For frequency analysis the noise recording equipment Bentley Motors recommends is the Chassis ear tool WT 10437 - Obtain a clear recording using WT 10437 2) Carry out an inspection of the brake system to confirm the brake system components are serviceable as per Elsa pro guidelines 3) Confirm if the brake shim kit (36A 698 219) has previously been fitted to the rear brake pads (As per TPI 2046299/-) |
| 2054862/5 | 2021-05-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Front brake squeal - 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHz Customer statement / workshop findings: Front brake squeal with a frequency of 1.8 KHz to 1.9 KHz Technical background: Modified front brake Calipers and modified front brake disc guard plates are available on receipt of a qualifying DISS query Referring to Figure 1, the replacement front callipers have a Dynamic absorber fitted (A), the brake disc guard plates (B) are pre modified to fit around the absorber |
| 2046299/10 | 2021-05-06. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer |
| 2046299/9 | 2021-02-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal. Customer statement / workshop findings Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer |
| 2046299/8 | 2020-12-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal. Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer. |
| 2046299/7 | 2020-12-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT. Bentayga - 1.2 - 1.4KHz rear brake squeal. Customer statement / workshop findings Squeal from the rear of the vehicle at low speed while braking. Technical background: While braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz can be produced by the friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in a complaint of brake noise from the customer. |
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