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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| 2069806/3 | 2023-09-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM. HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected Or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs particularly TPI 2062622/- - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident. |
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| 2069806/2 | 2023-09-07. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected Or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs particularly TPI 2062622/- - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident. In the event that HVAC cleaning products are required, these MUST be sourced locally. Before using the cleaner the operative must inform the customer of the product which will be used, a neutral fragrance cleaner should be used as the customer may not like the smell of the cleaner should a fragranced product be used Please ensure all supporting information is included within the DISS query when requesting permission to clean the HVAC system including clear photographs and/or videos showing the reported issue, should the required information not be supplied the warranty claim could be cancelled. |
| 2051187/9 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Poor engine running - Reduced power - Engine warning lamp illuminated - Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s) Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires. |
| 2063729/3 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Fitment of control modules from donor vehicles for test purposes. Technical background: If an issue is suspected for one of the control modules listed below: - Onboard supply control unit (J519) - Convenience system central control unit (J393) - Data bus diagnostics interface (J533) - Control unit 1 for Information Electronics (J794) - Control unit in dash panel insert (J285) - Emergency call module control unit (J949) The fitment of donor parts from another vehicle is not advisable and only possible if approved from Product Support via an open DISS query. The donor of parts should only be used as a temporary test VERY IMPORTANT: The ODIS replace routine MUST NOT be carried out under any circumstances. |
| 2053492.10 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION. Air Spring Fault Finding Guidelines Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped |
| 2054888.2 | 2023-05-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Lateral Valve Guide - Diagnosis Requirements - W12 Engine Only Customer Statement: -Customer reports misfires/check engine warning lamp illuminated within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) |
| 2069806.1 | 2023-05-05. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than expected |
| 2053492.9 | 2023-04-07. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Air Spring Fault Finding Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped. |
| 2062622.2 | 2023-02-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Water Leak/Wind Noise Diagnosis Customer Statement: -Water leak/wind noise evident -The instructions within this TPI should be followed to assist in the diagnosis of water leaks or wind noise. |
| 2036678.5 | 2023-02-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic Checks Technical Background: -There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit. |
| 2068645.1 | 2023-01-06. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Continental GT Convertible - Front Seat Belt Webbing Twisted Technical Background: -The plastic seat belt webbing guide, a plastic moulding incorporated in the seat belt upper (D) loop assembly, may not have been fully clipped onto the metal (D) loop. When this is the case a twist in the seat belt webbing is possible. |
| 2051187.8 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. |
| 2028808.6 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. All 12MY Engine Oil- Service Info: Engine Oil - Specific oil type and oil consumption reference, 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. |
| 2064337.2 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Usage of E10 Fuel Customer Statement: -In the event a customer asks if E10 fuel can be used, the operative must refer to the Technical background section of this TPI |
| 2063651.2 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement: -Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern Technical Background: -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 |
| 2061195.2 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Telephone Functionality Complaint- Minimum Standards Required For Analysis of Concerns Customer Statement: -The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. |
| 2053177.18 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Customer Statement: -Customers 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. |
| 2056407.4 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. STEERING; SUSPENSION. Running Gear - Noise Identification Customer Statement: -Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering |
| 2063017.2 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Road Wheel Inspection Procedure: Customer Statement: In the event of a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s condition for example: -scratches -corrosion -damage -blemishes -chipping |
| 2050542.6 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Body/Equipment: Front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks Customer Statement: -The lenses of the headlights/front fog lamps are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips |
| 2051562.10 | 2022-12-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 12 Volt - Battery Test Instruction 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 of this section of this TPI. |
| 2051187.7 | 2022-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. |
| 2052076.2 | 2022-11-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Whistling Noises from Engine Compartment Customer Statement: -Whistling noise from engine compartment at idle speed -Engine warning light (MIL) sporadically on -The noise often only occurs when the engine is warm |
| 2051562.9 | 2022-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. 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. |
| 2065919.3 | 2022-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Water Leaking from the mechanical water pump- Low coolant level warning displayed Customer Statement: -Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump -Coolant witness mark on the mechanical coolant pump although coolant is not leaking/dripping from the pump -Low coolant level warning displayed |
The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.