Service bulletins for the 2018 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.
830 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2066481/1 | 2022-05-07. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Squeaking noise from the front suspension when driving on uneven road surfaces. Customer statement / workshop findings: Squeaking noise from the front suspension when driving on uneven road surfaces Technical background: Refer to the videos which are on the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2066481/- |
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| 2066852/1 | 2022-05-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Shaker speaker - Diagnostic checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer complains of poor quality music output from the shaker speaker due to a rattling noise/sound distortion. Technical background: There have been instances where shaker speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by Bentley motors and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit. Measure: To ascertain the difference between distortion or a rattle emanating from a loose/surrounding component Or The shaker speaker itself is incorrectly secured and/or at fault please conduct the following steps before replacing any components |
| 2062035/6 | 2022-05-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. New Continental GT and GTC - Repeat window drop glass concerns. Customer statement: - Incorrect operation of the front and rear drop door glass functionality - Front and/or rear drop door glass fails to open/close or attempts to close and reopens once contact has been made between the glass and applicable seal Workshop findings: - DTCs for window regulator motor no basic setting B148754 evident within any of the 4 window control modules (diagnostic address 42, 52, BB and BC) for loss of basic settings Technical background: A customer complaint of windows failing to open/close correctly Including The loss of Basic Settings DTC must be evident before proceeding |
| 2065398/2 | 2022-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. W12 TSI - Engine MIL light illuminated with numerous DTC's within 0001 including - P032700 and/or P033200. Customer statement: - MIL light displayed - Engine not refined when running Workshop findings The two most common DTCs are as follows: - P032700 - Knock sensor 2 Circuit Low input - address 01 (Engine control module 1) - P033200 - Knock sensor 1 Circuit Low input - address 01 (Engine control module 1) Technical background: In the event the symptoms and/or DTCs are evident the operative should refer to the instructions within the Measure section. |
| 2064338/2 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SUSPENSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Warning light illuminated within the DIP - DTC C103711 - Evident within Address 74. Customer statement / workshop findings: Air suspension warning light within the DIP Workshop findings: The DTC shown below is evident within address 74 - C103711 - Right rear level control system sensor Short circuit to Ground - C103316 - Right sensor voltage supply for vehicle levelling Voltage too low Technical background: Previous instances have highlighted the following after inspection: - Broken wires - Kinked wiring - Loose Rear Right Height sensor G77connection - Defective Rear Right Height sensor G77 |
| 2066393/1 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PDC system not working or PDC system false detection. Customer statement / workshop findings: - PDC system not working or PDC system false detection - Warning evident within the DIP (Figure 1). Workshop findings: Parking aid sensor Range/Performance DTCs evident within numerous control units Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI. |
| 2052349/8 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEAT BELTS. Front seatbelt - Diagnostic Trouble Codes - B130474 and/or B130574. Customer statement / workshop findingsL Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) evident in Address: 0015 System name: 15 - Airbag Control Module B130474: Left front seat belt tensioner control module Actuator deviated B130574: Right front seat belt tensioner control module Actuator deviated The DTCs can be evident if the occupant uses a dummy seat belt buckle, the occupant may use the dummy seat belt buckle to prevent a warning light or audible warnings. Technical background: Dummy seat belt buckles of any description MUST NOT be used under any circumstances, Figure 1 shows an example of a dummy seat belt buckle |
| 2062184/5 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL; PARKING BRAKE. Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) functionality issues. Customer statement / workshop findings: The following issues could be evident during PDI or found whilst in service - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) found not operating to specification - EPB may not hold the car effectively - Parking brake components showing signs of wear - Parking brake warning light may also be evident within the DIP (See example shown in Figure 1. Technical background: The issues described can be evident due to the car being driven in Transport mode with the EPB applied during the Transit process Or In some cases similar symptoms may be seen whilst in service. |
| 2062259/4 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION. Air suspension warning light within the DIP - DTC's P089200 - C104707 - C103B13 - Evident within Address 74. Customer statement / workshop findings: Air suspension warning light within the DIP Workshop findings: One or a combination of the DTCs shown below are evident within address 74 - P089200 - Symptom Code 3145792 - TCM Power Relay Sense Circuit Intermittent (Level Control Valves Open Circuit) - C103B13 - 3145909 - Solenoid for level control system Open circuit - C104707 - 3211279 - Level control valves mechanical malfunction Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI. |
| 2038562/4 | 2022-04-08. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING; SEAT BELTS. Continental GT Convertible - Front seat belt webbing twisted. Customer statement / workshop findings: 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. |
| 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. |
| 2066236/1 | 2022-04-06. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Unintended sounding of the Alarm siren - Following activation of the ignition or whilst the vehicle is left standing. Customer statement / workshop findings: Unintended sounding of the alarm siren following activation of the ignition Or Unintended sounding of the alarm siren whilst the vehicle is left standing Workshop findings. The following DTCs could also be evident within diagnostic address 0046 and/or 00BB and/or 00BC - B131DF5: alarm system siren supply voltage lower limit value less than - B131D29: sirens / alarm horn for anti-theft warning system Range/Performance - B131D29: anti-theft alarm system siren / alarm horn signal, not valid Technical background: In the event the symptom(s) described are evident, please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI |
| 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 |
| 2065896/1 | 2022-03-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Rotating screen alignment. Customer statement / workshop findings: The gap and fit between the veneer face facia panel of the Bentley rotating display (BRD) and the passenger and drivers side fascia panels may differ from one side to the other Depending on vehicle specification, the chrome brightware strip on the veneer face facia panel of the Bentley Rotating Display (BRD) may appear to be misaligned with the chrome strips on the passenger and/or drivers side fascia panels If the minimum functional gap is not maintained, the operation of the (BRD) unit can be compromised Technical background: The chrome brightware strip is fixed to the veneer face fascia panel (with no separate adjustment) and as such can appear to be misaligned. The veneer face fascia panel relies on fixed location pins that may be out of tolerance Referring to the Measure section, rework the veneer face fascia panel to align the chrome brightware strip and/or the gapping between the BRD and the passenger and drivers side fascia panels If the BRD is partially rotated and unresponsive (e.g not presenting one of the facias) the display must be rotated in order to remove the veneer facia, dials or MMI screen However Manual rotation of the BRD will damage the drive belt and link arm, please raise a DISS query stating the BRD is unresponsive, the DISS query will be evaluated and the BRD unlock procedure will be supplied (If required) Do Not conduct any further work until advised CAUTION: In the event that damage was caused by attempting to rotate the BRD manually without following the BRD unlock procedure the applicable warranty claim may be cancelled |
| 2065897/1 | 2022-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Rotating display inoperative (Rotating display may fail to function or stick in one position). Customer statement / workshop findings: The Bentley Rotating Display (BRD) fails to rotate Or The BRD sticks in one position Technical background: The afore mentioned symptoms can be caused by a poor connection within the motor wiring harness Please ensure the symptom(s) are as described before proceeding If the BRD is partially rotated and unresponsive (e.g. not presenting one of the facias) the display must be rotated in order to remove the veneer facia, dials or MMI screen However, Manual rotation of the BRD will damage the drive belt and link arm, please raise a DISS query stating the BRD is unresponsive, the DISS query will be evaluated and the BRD unlock procedure will be supplied (If required) Do Not conduct any further work until advised CAUTION: In the event that damage was caused by attempting to rotate the BRD manually without following the BRD unlock procedure the applicable warranty claim may be cancelled |
| 2065894/1 | 2022-03-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Rotating display/screen - Fault diagnosis for operational complaints. Customer statement / workshop findings: Various rotating display operational complaints. The operative should ensure the correct TPI is followed depending on the actual issue(s) as follows: - TPI 2065895/- Rotating display/screen noise - Diagnosis for complaints relating to noise during operation/during a drive cycle, should be considered for any issues which relate to noise issues - TPI 2065896/- Rotating screen alignment IMPORTANT: The Rotating screen alignment TPI should be considered for any issues which relate to noise and overall functionality. HINT: Alignment abnormalities may cause functionality/noise issues - TPI 2065897/- Rotating display inoperative (Rotating display may fail to function or get stuck in one position) should be considered for vehicles up to and including VIN SCBCA13S3KC073865 If the Bentley rotating Display (BRD) is partially rotated and unresponsive (e.g. not presenting one of the facias) the display must be rotated in order to remove the veneer facia, dials or MMI screen - However Manual rotation of the BRD will damage the drive belt and link arm, please raise a DISS query stating the BRD is unresponsive, the DISS query will be evaluated and the BRD unlock procedure will be supplied (If required) Do Not conduct any further work until advised CAUTION: In the event that damage was caused by attempting to rotate the BRD manually without following the BRD unlock procedure the applicable warranty claim may be cancelled NOTE: For all other Bentley rotating display (BRD) operational issues, the operative should follow the remaining instructions within the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2065922/1 | 2022-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION. Bentley dynamic ride system warning displayed - DTC P0B2600 with symptom code 28672. Customer statement / workshop findings: Bentley dynamic ride system fault warning displayed within the DIP Workshop findings: DTC P0B2600 (Hybrid Battery A Voltage High) with Symptom Code 28672. Measure: 1) Refer to Rep.Gr 27 - Replace the Super capacitor 2) Once the work is complete - Raise a non technical DISS query confirming the issue is now resolved |
| 2065895/1 | 2022-03-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Rotating display/screen noise - Diagnosis for complaints relating to noise during operation and/or during a drive cycle. Condition: Various rotating display/screen noises during operation Technical Background: If the Bentley Rotating display (BRD) is partially rotated and unresponsive (e.g. not presenting one of the facias) the display must be rotated in order to remove the veneer facia, dials or MMI screen However Manual rotation of the BRD will damage the drive belt and link arm, please raise a DISS query stating the BRD is unresponsive, the DISS query will be evaluated and the BRD unlock procedure will be supplied (If required) Do Not conduct any further work until advised CAUTION: In the event that damage was caused by attempting to rotate the BRD manually without following the BRD unlock procedure the applicable warranty claim may be cancelled The symptoms listed below are listed as a guideline to enable the applicable noise issue to be diagnosed and repaired, in the event the noise and/or symptom does not match any of the Scenarios listed below, the operative should raise a DISS query and await feedback before conducting any further work |
| 2065919/1 | 2022-03-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Water leaking from mechanical water pump - Low coolant level warning displayed - W12 TSI. Workshop findings: - Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump And/or - Low coolant level warning displayed Technical background: The operative MUST ensure the instructions within the Measure section are followed, the instructions differ slightly depending on the part number of the mechanical coolant pump (B or C suffix). |
| 2066040/1 | 2022-03-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Oil leak from the oil separator/breather connection - Intake manifold whistle - Emission control warning within the DIP. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Emission control warning within the DIP And/or - Whistling noise(s) from the Inlet manifold Workshop findings: Oil leak between the oil separator tank and the Bank 1 breather line connection (Figure 1) NOTE: Oil leak detection spray is evident within Figure1, the use of detection spray in the example shown highlights the location of the leak. Measure: 1) Referring to Rep.Gr 17 - Gain access to the oil separator tank 2) Referring to Figure 2 - Replace the following parts and all associated parts as detailed within the applicable Rep.Gr and the ETKA parts catalogue |
| 2051045/5 | 2022-03-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Night vision camera - Washer jet leaking. Customer statement / workshop findings: Washer fluid dripping/leaking from the night vision camera washer jet Technical background: Please note: The photographs shown within this TPI are based on a New Continental GT/C vehicle however the process is similar regardless of vehicle type Referring to Figure 1 - In the event the afore mentioned symptom is evident the operative should refer to the Measure section of this TPI to replace the night vision washer jet (short link hose -Circled) which connects the night vision camera washer jet (A) to the washer jet supply hose connector (B) Measure: 1) Referring to Rep.Gr 63 Remove the front bumper lower inner grilles 2) Disconnect the hose from the night vision camera as shown in Figures 2 and 3 Please note: Washer fluid may leak once the hose is disconnected - Ensure a suitable container is used to collect the fluid, all fluid MUST be discarded as per all local environmental guidelines |
| 2058423/7 | 2022-03-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. New Continental GT / GTC, New Flying Spur and Bentayga - Low Oil Pressure Warning During Early Vehicle Life. Customer statement / workshop findings: Warning on the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) - Oil pressure too low DTCs relating to oil pressure may also be stored within the Master ECU. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P052400: Engine Oil Pressure Too Low and/or P15AA00: Engine oil pressure - Lower limit not reached stored in the Master Engine Control Unit (ECU). Measure VERY IMPORTANT: Prior to conducting the onward instructions, the following symptoms MUST be evident - Warning on Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) Oil pressure too low And/or - Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P052400: Engine Oil Pressure Too Low and/or P15AA00: Engine oil pressure - Lower limit not reached stored in the Master Engine Control Unit (ECU) Should any of the afore mentioned not be evident and the symptoms cannot be reproduced. No further action should be taken unless the issue can be reproduced or demonstrated by the customer. In the event the symptom/s are evident please conduct the onward Diagnosis Instructions |
| 2064582/2 | 2022-02-05. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Vehicle sitting low on one or more corners when static with no relevant DTCs stored. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Vehicle sitting low on one or more corners when static - No relevant DTCs are evident Technical background Refer to the Measure section of this TPI Measure: 1) Confirm there are no DTCs indicating a fault with the air suspension system or associated systems 2) Refer to the instructions within TPI 2053492/- to confirm that no air leaks or issues relating to the air springs are evident |
| 2062184/4 | 2022-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE. Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) functionality issues. Customer statement / workshop findings: The following issues could be evident during PDI or found whilst in service - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) found not operating to specification - EPB may not hold the car effectively - Parking brake components showing signs of wear - Parking brake warning light may also be evident within the DIP (See example shown in Figure 1) Measure: 1) Carry out a full inspection of the (Electronic Parking Brake EPB) system including the following components: - Right and left hand (EPB) Actuators - Right and left hand rear brake shoes (EPB) See example shown in Figure 2 |
| 2061536/4 | 2022-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT. Infotainment screen stalls at Initialising. Customer statement / workshop findings: Upon start-up of the Infotainment system, the home screen appears to be stuck in the 'Initialising' stage, when this scenario is evident a spinning wheel is visible (Figure 1) Technical background: The issue occurs when the Infotainment system is shut down with the Home menu screen displayed. The Infotainment will start up on this screen the next time the vehicle is started Should the symptoms be the same as the description within the Customer statement/workshop findings section the operative should complete the questionnaire and carry out the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI Once completed the questionnaire should be attached to an existing or already open DISS query |
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