Service bulletins for the 2019 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.
828 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2058173/1 | 2020-02-08. Service bulletin. 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 |
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| 2058424/1 | 2020-02-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. New Continental GT and New Continental GTC - Rear quarter glass not fully closing Customer statement / workshop findings: Referring to Figure 1 - During the window and/or door close operation, the front door drop glass closes and seals (Point A) however the rear quarter glass does not fully close and seal (Point B) leaving a gap between the front and rear glass (Point C) Measure: Retailers should advise customers to pull and hold the front window switch up manually (until the affected window is closed) the window close function should return when the customer exits the vehicle and closes the door Alternatively Close the windows by using the convenience close feature if fitted and active (Refer to Owners handbook) Or should the vehicle not have the convenience close feature Open and then immediately close the front door - Check and confirm the quarter glass window now automatically closes. |
| 2058411/1 | 2020-02-08. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Customer statement / workshop findings: Seat belt buckle stop button missing Technical background: The seat belt buckle stop button should be evident as shown in Figure 1 Measure: 1) Replace the affected seatbelt assembly Refer to Rep.Gr 69 |
| 2058423/1 | 2020-02-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer statement / workshop findings: Warning on Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) Oil pressure too low. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P052400: Engine Oil Pressure Too Low stored in the Master Engine Control Unit (ECU). Technical background: There have been several Customer complaints of low oil pressure warning displayed on the DIP, a DTC for low oil pressure is also stored in the Master Engine Control Unit. The root cause of the warning and DTC are not yet fully understood, however for all complaints so far changing the engine lubricating oil and engine oil filter has resolved the concern. |
| 2057947/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. TIRES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; WHEELS. Condition Customer statement: Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on within the DIP Technical Background: DTC U012700 evident within Address 0019 Gateway Service: 1) Replace the Tyre pressure control module and bracket (Figure 1) - Refer to Rep.Gr 44 |
| 2050542/4 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Customer statement: 1. The lenses of the headlights (illustration 1a) /front fog lamps (illustration 1b) are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips. 2. Water is in the headlight (illustration 2a) / front fog lamp (illustration 2b), big drips. Technical Background 1. Damp air settles on the inner lens of the headlights/fog lamps, with recognisable misting in certain weather conditions (comparable with the steaming up of spectacle lenses when entering a warm room in winter or of the bathroom mirror after a shower). 2. Leak on the headlights/front fog lamps. For example through open covers, a damaged seal of the cap or similar. |
| 2056407/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. STEERING; SUSPENSION. Condition: 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 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 including the modification of the engine control modules (chip tuning) Check the history of the vehicle to confirm 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 Technical Background It is the retailers responsibility to check and confirm if any TPIs are applicable to the customers complaint/issue, should an applicable TPI be available, apply it and complete a DISS complaint to include Workshop findings only (No repair query required) For correct diagnosis and repair, the attached Flowchart must be followed in conjunction with the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2055580/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Various rotating display operational complaints or noises. Technical Background: Follow the measure section of this TPI that relates to your customer complaint. Service: Follow the below instructions that relates to your customer complaint. 1. Operational issues 2. Rotating display alignment 3. Grinding noise on operation 4. Rattling noise on operation 5. Squeak/creak on operation |
| 2051187/5 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Condition: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical Background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires. Service: The following TPI should be carried out sequentially to ensure the root cause and analysis of the concern are identified without unnecessary work or repetitive actions taking place. |
| 2055036/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Complaints relating to My Bentley connected services. Technical Background: Most queries and complaints regarding My Bentley connected services can be resolved by contacting My Bentley Support rather than raising a DISS technical query. |
| 2051511/4 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Mood lighting strip fixed on one colour regardless of which colour scheme is selected or not illuminated at all Technical Background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI Service: 1) Check the integrity of the applicable mood light strip electrical circuit - Refer to Elsa pro wiring diagrams 2) Check the mood light strip electrical connections are correctly made to the affected mood lighting strips, if not connected correctly refit and confirm connection and retest 3) Should the connector or mood light strip be found to be damaged, replace the mood lighting strip Refer to Elsa pro Rep.Gr 96 - Mood lighting strips - To remove and fit |
| 2056582/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Condition: Customer statement: 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 Technical Background It is the retailers responsibility to check and confirm if there are any TPIs which are applicable to the customers complaint/issue if there is an applicable TPI available, apply it and complete a DISS complaint to include Workshop findings only (No repair query required). For correct diagnosis and repair the attached Flowchart must be followed in conjunction with the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2054599/4 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Headlamp operation issues Technical Background: DTCs evident within the left light control unit (Diagnostic address D6) and/or the right light control unit (Diagnostic address D7) There are numerous static and intermittent DTCs which may be evident within the previously mentioned control units, ensure all steps within the Measure section are strictly adhered to |
| 2055846/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Infotainment screen turns red sporadically (Figure 1). Technical Background: Refer to Measure section of this TPI. Service: Reset the Infotainment system as follows: Press and hold the volume rotary switch (Figure 2) for 10 seconds |
| 2051519/5 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: HVAC operation issue and HVAC motor defect (DTCs) evident within address 08 Climatronic control unit, the DTCs can be static or sporadic, for example; B108D09: Right temperature flap positioning motor - Component defect Technical Background: The servomotor can become jammed causing HVAC operation issues. Service: The following repair should only be carried out on receipt of a valid customer complaint, any DTCs stored without a valid customer complaint should be ignored. |
| 2052349/4 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: 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 Service: Should the use of a dummy seat belt buckle be suspected please advise as follows: The customer should follow ALL instructions within the owners handbook in relation to Safety belts, the safety belts should be used at all times, the customer should be made aware of the importance of wearing a safety belt. The safety belt system is used in conjunction with the safeguard system, the customer should follow ALL instruction within the owners handbook regarding the safeguard system in relation to safety belt use. Retailer to determine if a dummy buckle was in use or not in use prior to carrying out any further investigation |
| 2052785/4 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Condition: 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). 6. Discs have a groove in them (Figure 2) 7. There is chemical contamination on the braking surface of the disc due to a wheel or tyre cleaner being sprayed directly onto the disc (Figure 3). 8. There are pad marks on the brake disc as a result of the brake pad material transferring to the discs. This can occur when a vehicle has been stood for long periods of time in a wet or snowy environment (Figure 4). |
| 2055772/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Battery conditioner inoperative. Technical Background: Corrosion on the contact surfaces of the charger socket and charger lead. If the charging socket or charger lead are wet when the charger is connected this can cause corrosion on the contacts. Service: Check for corrosion on the contact surfaces of both the charger socket and charger lead. |
| 2053177/6 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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. |
| 2056105/2 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: Emergency call function test required at PDI Technical Background: The instruction to test the Emergency call function at PDI will be integrated within the PDI procedure All Emergency call function operating instructions can be found within the Owners handbook (Making an Emergency call) |
| 2056320/3 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical background: On all affected vehicles the valet key was missed from the build specification in production. Remedy: On all affected vehicles a valet key is required to be coded to the vehicle. Additionally an SVM action also requires performing. |
| 2053492/5 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION. Condition: 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. The Measure 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. Please follow and complete the check list within the Measure section of this TPI to help in diagnosing the issue (the check list does not need to be sent as an attachment should a DISS technical query be raised) . Should a leak be found from an air spring, compressor, valve unit or reservoir, please raise a DISS technical query and include as much information as possible including photograph/s of the leak/s location. Once the DISS ticket has been submitted please await clarification from your TSC before commencing with replacing any of the suspected faulty air springs. Mandatory reporting is applicable for all air spring related issues. |
| 2051562/5 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Condition: 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 section of this TPI |
| 2057965/1 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Customer statement / workshop findings: Condensation evident within the cabin Technical background: Should condensation be evident within the cabin area check and confirm there are no operating issues/DTCs relating to the HVAC system. Should no HVAC issues be evident or the HVAC issues has been rectified and condensation is still evident please refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2057947/1 | 2020-01-09. Service bulletin. TIRES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer statement: Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on within the DIP Technical background: DTC U012700 evident within Address 0019 Gateway Measure: 1) Replace the Tyre pressure control module and bracket (Figure 1) - Refer to Rep.Gr 44 |
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