Service bulletins for the 2017 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.
225 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2028808/5 | 2021-10-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Service info: Engine oil Specific oil type and oil consumption reference. Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine oil level requires top 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 |
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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 |
| 2053348/4 | 2021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. W12 Engine management light on - Turbocharger speed sensor DTCs stored. Customer statement / workshop findings - The engine management light is on. Workshop findings: The customer statement can be reproduced. Either of the following DTCs are stored in address 01 Engine Control Module 1 or address 11 Engine Control Module 2 |
| 2063874/1 | 2021-08-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Subwoofer - Part Number 3W7035404B - No Longer Available (NLA)> Customer statement / workshop findings Subwoofer - Part Number (3W7 035 404B) - No Longer Available (NLA) and cannot be sourced or supplied Technical background In the event that subwoofer (3W7 035 404B) is required this cannot be sourced or supplied However Should the speaker (3W7 035 482B) be required, retailers can order 4W0 035 404B - The operative should then remove the speaker from 4W0 035 404B - The operative should then fit the speaker into subwoofer (3W7 035 404B) |
| 2063651/1 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern (See the examples in Figures 1 and 2 showing cracks within the tread pattern). The issue is mainly evident on vehicles with very low usage This is a result of the tyre compound hardening due to the following: - Tyre age - Tyre pressure not adjusted to specification - Low mileage/vehicle usage - Vehicle storage conditions |
| 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 |
| 2063017/1 | 2021-05-05. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Road wheel inspection procedure: In the event a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s condition for example: - Scratches - Corrosion - Damage - Blemishes - Chipping Please refer to the onward instructions. Technical background: Do not consider submitting a warranty claim for a road wheel manufacturing defect without first referencing and understanding the contents of this document. Any defect or concern found either outside the guidelines stated in this document or not clearly stated as acceptable to support a warranty claim, will be the responsibility of the retailer regarding component replacement. Any road wheels deemed as having no issues found relating to a manufacturing defect (including curbing) will have the applicable claim rejected |
| 2062622/1 | 2021-04-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Water leak/wind noise diagnosis. Customer statement / workshop findings: Water leak/wind noise evident Technical background: The instructions within the Measure section should be followed to assist in the diagnosis of water leaks or wind noise |
| 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. |
| 2061757/1 | 2021-02-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. DTC B2000F2: Faulty control module (Symptom code 4102) and/or Night vision warning light evident within the (DIP). Customer statement Night vision warning lamp (Figure 1) is evident with the Drivers Information Panel (DIP). Measure 1) Check and Confirm there is no damage to the Night vision camera lens - Check and confirm the camera is secure NOTE: Should no issues be found carry out the remaining onward instructions: - Follow the applicable DTC related test plan within ODIS to completion 2) Proceed with the replacement of the Night vision Control unit if required (as per test plan instruction) - Refer to Rep.Gr 44 - Control unit for night vision (J853) - To remove and fit NOTE: The operative MUST ensure the Night vision camera is calibrated as per Rep.Gr 44 |
| 2060223/3 | 2021-01-08. Service bulletin. STEERING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. During PDI - Steering wheel vibration and/or steering wheel out of alignment is evident. Customer statement / workshop findings: VERY IMPORTANT: This TPI is only applicable to vehicles which have the following issues found during the Pre Delivery Inspection ( PDI) Vehicle is pulling to the left or right Or Steering wheel vibration Or General vehicle geometry concerns. Technical background: In the event that during the Pre Delivery Inspection procedure (PDI) the steering wheel is shaking/vibrating or out of alignment, please refer to the instructions within the Measure section. IMPORTANT: The steering geometry procedure should only be conducted by the retailer once permission has been given from Product Support via an existing or new DISS query |
| 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. |
| 2060823/1 | 2020-10-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS. Radio: Reception complaints. Customer statement / workshop findings: All complaints which are related to radio reception issues Technical background: Complaints about the radio reception can have many causes. The radio reception strength/quality at the vehicle location can be an important issue. To process such complaints as effectively as possible it is important to precisely record the circumstances when a complaint occurs. The attached check list is available for this purpose. Please ensure the instructions within the Measure section are strictly adhered to |
| 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). |
| 2049646/3 | 2020-08-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY; EQUIPMENT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS. Trim Strip For Rear Panel Brake Light Blackware - Paint Adhesion (SC18/05). Technical background: A small number of Rear Panel - Brake Light Trim Strip Assemblies have blackware finishers painted using an incorrect procedure. Remedy: Replace the Rear Panel - Brake Light Trim Strip Assembly |
| 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 |
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