Service bulletins for the 2016 Bentley Continental
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.
203 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2056407/3 | 2021-10-04. Service bulletin. STEERING; SUSPENSION. Running gear - Noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system |
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| 2053177/15 | 2021-06-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted. |
| 2053177/14 | 2021-05-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted |
| 2035817/2 | 2021-03-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Water ingress hood stowage area - high mounted stop lamp. Customer statement / workshop findings: Water leaks into hood stowage area Technical background: Seal failure between the brightware containing the high mounted stop lamp, and the tonneau cover, can lead to water ingress into the hood stowage area. |
| 2032307/5 | 2020-12-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STEERING. Steering upright replacement guidelines. Customer statement / workshop findings: In the event a steering upright is required to be replaced - Refer to the onward instructions (Figure 1). Technical background: During this TPI the Workshop manual and the ETKA parts catalogue is quoted, it is recommended that the procedures and part numbers referenced are checked by the operative as the process within the Workshop manual and the ETKA parts catalogue may have changed. Measure: Refer to the table shown below (depending on model) with regard to any replacement of the front steering uprights In the event the vehicles current parts are at the specified level and regardless of the side in which the parts are fitted, both sides MUST be replaced If |
| 2061195/1 | 2020-12-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns. Customer statement / workshop findings: The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. Technical background: The minimum standards check list document within the Measure section is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues. |
| 2051562/6 | 2020-12-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI. |
| 2053177/13 | 2020-11-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted |
| 2058173/2 | 2020-11-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Electrical switch replacement guidelines. Customer statement/workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint system in particular the airbag system Technical background: Prior to replacing an electrical switch refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2059884/1 | 2020-11-07. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Continental Series and Flying Spur - Luggage Compartment Lid - Check and Setting Guide. Customer statement / workshop findings: Luggage Compartment Lid (Boot Lid) has sporadic functionality, fails to latch when closing, bounces back when closing or fails to open or close fully. Technical background: This Technical Product Information (TPI) document has been developed to resolve various boot lid concerns, it provides a series of checks and updates to ensure robust boot lid operation. It is important the TPI is followed exactly to ensure maximum benefit. |
| 2052785/5 | 2020-09-05. 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. Technical Background: Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: 1. Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. 2. New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. 3. Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. 4. There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. 5. Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1). |
| 2047762/4 | 2020-08-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Continental Series and Flying Spur - Camshaft Timing Over Advanced - V8T. Customer statement/workshop findings: Check engine warning lamp illuminated on Drivers Instrument Panel. DTCs stored within the Engine Control Module (ECM) Technical background: Internal failure of Inlet or Exhaust Camshaft Adjuster may result in Malfunction Indicator Lamp illumination and DTCs stored within the ECM |
| 2053177/12 | 2020-08-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical Background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted |
| 2053177/11 | 2020-08-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Customer statement / workshop findings Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Technical background The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted |
| 2028808/4 | 2020-08-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Engine oil. Specific oil type and oil consumption reference. Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine oil level requires to:p up between services. Technical background The use of the correct oil for each engine type is critical for its continued performance, reliability and ultimately warranty. The workshop manual should always be the first point of reference, ensuring the correct lubricant is used for each specific model year and engine type Should oil be required the parts catalogue must be referred to ensuring the correct VIN is always used when ordering |
| 2057841/2 | 2020-08-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty. Customer statement / workshop findings: Windscreen cracked/damaged Technical background: Please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI in the event that a windscreen is cracked/damaged |
| 2056582/3 | 2020-08-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work |
| 2053492/6 | 2020-08-05. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS. Air spring fault finding. Customer statement / workshop findings: The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped. Technical background: The list of Bentley vehicles below are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air springs, this will cause the suspension to drop. However, the dropping of the suspension does not necessarily mean that the air spring is faulty. TheMeasure section of this TPI describes how and where to check for air leaks on the front and rear air springs, the air pump compressor, pipes, valve unit and air reservoirs. This includes potential air leak points on the air springs and also the locations of an air leak that can be repaired without the need to replace an air spring. These checks should be carried out in conjunction with the Elsapro procedure Air suspension: To check with the use of the special tool Air suspension leak tester VAS 751 001 shown in the image below as item ( 1). Refer to Elsapro, Repair Group 43, Air suspension To check. |
| 2041153/1 | 2020-07-28. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Incorrect fuel filler door and bowl assembly (SC15/11) Technical background: For 16MY the method of storing the fuel filler cap during refuel has changed. A small number of 16MY Continental GT cars have the incorrect fuel filler bowl assembly fitted. Remedy: Fit the correct fuel filler flap and bowl assembly (part number 3W8809857M). Figure 1 shows the correct 16MY fuel filler flap and bowl assembly Figure 2 shows the incorrect assembly for 16MY Reference workshop manual, Rep. Gr.55 Fuel Filler Flap and Bowl To Remove and Fit |
| 2040833/1 | 2020-07-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. Boot lid parameter change - software update (SC15/10) Technical background: A change to the power boot lid parameters is required Remedy: Revised parameters have been developed and introduced from VIN SCBFT7ZA6GC050922. These parameters are to be loaded into the boot lid control module using the following process |
| 2041111/1 | 2020-07-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Audio amplifier inoperative Customer statement / workshop findings: No sound from audio system following a diagnostic sweep of the vehicle Technical background: Audio amplifiers running software level 31 may become inactive following a routine diagnostic sweep of vehicle systems Measure: For GT family In the event that the audio system fails to function following a diagnostic sweep of the vehicle then perform a hard reset by removing all the following audio amplifier fuses waiting one minute then refitting the fuses |
| 2058465/2 | 2020-07-07. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Continental GTC - Hood insulation cover checks prior to replacement Customer statement / workshop findings: Should any of the following components require replacing: -Convertible hood insulation pad -Convertible hood outer cover -Convertible hood inner lining Refer to the onward instructions within this TPI Technical background: Please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI to check/confirm if the insulation pad is damaged prior to replacement IMPORTANT: In the event the insulation pad is found to be at fault please refer to TPI 2058277/1 |
| 2053177/10 | 2020-07-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical Background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted Service: During routine diagnostic interrogation of vehicle systems use the attached document to determine the course of action to be taken. |
| 2059219/1 | 2020-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE. Speaker distortion/vibration at high volume replacement guidelines (Standard audio systems). Customer statement/workshop findings: Speaker distortion and/or vibration at high volume from the front doors, rear quarters or the rear doors depending on model variant Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2042494/4 | 2020-05-06. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. V8T- Oil leak between engine and gearbox. Condition: Oil loss/drips on underbody, engine oil loss between engine and gearbox Technical Background: Oil loss via thread of fasteners in crankshaft used to attach torque convertor drive plate/flywheel. New bolt specified with thread sealer pre applied, part number WHT005487A. |
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