Service bulletins for the 2023 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.
541 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2070497/3 | 2023-09-07. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY. New Continental GT and GTC - Window drop glass operation. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Incorrect operation/function of the front and/or rear window drop glass - Front and/or rear drop glass fails to open/close or attempts to close and re-opens once contact has been made between the glass and applicable seal - DTC 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. |
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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. |
| 2071050/1 | 2023-09-07. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Headlamp control unit replacement - New Continental GT and New Continental GTC. Customer statement / workshop findings: Headlamp low beam/high beam malfunction Or Headlamp - Daytime running light (DRL), position light or direction indicator malfunction Workshop finding: Headlamp assembly diagnosed as faulty. Technical background: It is not possible to determine between internal lamp defects and control unit failures therefore this TPI is to advise the replacement of the headlamp control unit(s) in the first instance The complete headlamp assembly should only be replaced if replacement of the control unit(s) was not successful Depending on the symptom the following should be conducted: - Head lamp low beam or high beam malfunction - Refer to Scenario 1 - Replace the headlamp rear control unit - Head lamp (DRL), position light or direction indicator malfunction - Refer to Scenario 2 - Replace the headlamp side control unit - Should both issues be evident please conduct the instructions as detailed in Scenarios 1 and 2 |
| 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. |
| 2071131/1 | 2023-09-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Measured values - Cycle recording instructions. Customer statement / workshop findings: In some cases Measured value traces may be requested in XML format for analysis by Product Support Technical background: The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to guide operatives through the process for recording Measured values in cycles by using self diagnosis, the Instructions also detail how to locate corresponding files which are required for analysis Product Support will advise regarding the Measured values and cycle time required. |
| 2071006/1 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEAT BELTS. Rear seatbelt - Incorrect buckle status within the DIP - New Continental GT/C and New Flying Spur. Customer statement: Incorrect rear seatbelt buckle status shown within the DIP Workshop findings Although there is no occupant evident within the rear seats (2nd row) the rear seat is shown as occupied (Figure 1). Technical background: There is no specific DTC evident for the scenario described. The issue described is evident as the rear seat belt buckles are not resistor coded The system uses a non-resistor coded buckle strategy (zero-infinity or open-closed buckle) for the rear seats. In correct operation, a fastened seatbelt is open circuit and an un-fastened seatbelt is closed circuit If harness damage is present or an electrical connector joint is not properly engaged, an unintended open circuit occurs. This will give an incorrect buckle status reading within the DIP The advice within this TPI should be referred to first before conducting any further diagnosis or disassembly of the vehicles interior Previous assembly/disassembly may have caused an unintentional open circuit when operatives have been working on or around the rear seat belt assemblies. |
| 2068946/3 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Bentley dynamic ride system warning displayed - DTC P0B2500: Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low' stored (48 volt system). Customer statement: Bentley dynamic ride system: fault displayed within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings: DTC P0B2500: Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low' stored within address 21-Battery Energy Control Module 2 Technical background: Possible internal fault with super capacitor - In the event that DTC P0B2500 is evident the operative must follow the steps within the Measure section to completion |
| 2070768/1 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT/C & New Flying Spur - Air suspension warning light in the DIP. Customer statement: Air suspension warning light within the DIP Workshop findings: Various suspension DTCs are evident within address 74 relating to the following: - Level control valve mechanical malfunction Or - Solenoid for the level control system (Open circuit). Technical background: NOTE: An electrical integrity check must be conducted before replacing any parts The solenoid valve block and/or control unit must be replaced first (symptom dependent) before replacing the air supply unit, in the event the issue is still evident and the air supply unit assembly is suspected as being at fault, the operative must request permission via DISS before replacing the air supply control unit assembly. |
| 2070497/2 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. New Continental GT and GTC - Window drop glass. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Incorrect operation/function of the front and/or rear window drop glass - Front and/or rear drop glass fails to open/close or attempts to close and reopens once contact has been made between the glass and applicable seal - DTC 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. Measure: 1) Referring to Rep.Gr 27 - Carry out a 12 Volt battery test WARRANTY TEST or ORIG. VW-BATT. TEST |
| 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. |
| 2051045/8 | 2023-08-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Night vision camera washer jet nozzle leaking. Customer statement / workshop findings: Washer fluid dripping/leaking from the night vision camera jet nozzle. Technical background: Please note: The photographs shown within this TPI are not based on a specific vehicle type, the procedure to replace the night vision non return valve is the same regardless of vehicle type In the event the afore mentioned symptom is evident the operative should refer to the Measure section of this TPI to replace the non return valve. |
| 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. |
| 2070497.1 | 2023-07-08. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT and GTC - Window drop glass Customer Statement: -Incorrect operation/function of the front and/or rear drop door glass -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 -DTC 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 |
| 2065919.8 | 2023-07-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump - Low coolant level warning - Engine overheating - DTC's evident Customer Statement: -Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump -Coolant witness marks on the mechanical coolant pump although coolant is not leaking/dripping from the pump -Low coolant level warning displayed within the DIP -Engine overheating issues and/or DTC P218100: Cooling System Performance with symptom code 8113 |
| 2070519.1 | 2023-07-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS. Window lift switch is loose within the switch carrier and/or a rattle noise can be heard from the switch Customer Statement: -Window lift switch is loose within the door aperture -Or The window lift switch rattles when the door is closed |
| 2068946/2 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION. Bentley dynamic ride system warning displayed - DTC P0B2500: Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low' stored (48 volt system). Customer statement / workshop findings: Bentley dynamic ride system: fault displayed within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings: DTC P0B2500: Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low' stored within address 21-Battery Energy Control Module 2 Technical background: Possible internal fault with super capacitor, refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2068151/3 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. DTC P1B8100 stored within 006B Aerodynamic control unit - No test plan in ODIS to assist with diagnosis. Customer statement / workshop findings: DTC P1B8100 sored within 006B - Aerodynamic control unit - No test plan in ODIS to assist with diagnosis Technical background: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) logged in the Aerodynamics Control Unit (Address 6B) - The DTC is P1B8100: tbd has no test plan associated to aid technician with fault. |
| 2051524/4 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. New Continental GT & GTC - Adjustable rear spoiler fails to operate - DTC B18AC19 is evident within 006B. Customer statement / workshop findings: Adjustable rear spoiler fails to operate Technical background: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) logged in the Aerodynamics Control Unit (Address 6B) - The DTC is B18AC19 Motor for rear spoiler drive 1 Current High. |
| 2070412/1 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Rear spoiler does not operate - Warning message within the DIP. Customer statement: Rear spoiler fault message appears in the DIP A warning lamp is also evident in conjunction with the fault message. The rear spoiler cannot be extended or retracted Workshop findings: The electric motor for the rear spoiler drive is not working. Technical background: Due to the carbon brushes exerting insufficient pressure on the commutator, contact problems may occur in the electric motor for the rear spoiler drive As a result, the electric motor does not work. It is possible that this issue may occur without an event memory entry being logged. |
| 2060432/6 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT / GTC and New Flying Spur - Exhaust Flap - Diagnostic Trouble Code. Customer statement / workshop findings: Warning lamp illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) -Drive system fault. Contact your Bentley dealer- Technical background: The root cause of Exhaust Flap Control Unit malfunction is electrical shorting of the commutator segments, this is caused by an accumulation of Sludge within the exhaust flap control unit DTCs are stored when the respective Control Unit does not move through its full range of motion. |
| 2069484/3 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Exhaust Flap - DTCs evident - P048D - P048B - P04A8 - P04A0 evident - V8 Kovomo. Customer statement - Engine warning lamp is illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings One or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are stored within Engine Control Module |
| 2070142.1 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. SEATS; STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Rattling Noise From Under The Front Seats (Sound System at High Volume) - Naim Audio System Only Workshop Findings: -The issue described is evident however no DTCs are stored |
| 2063954.4 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engine Warning Light Illuminated Within The DIP During Acceleration - DTC P029900 Evident - W12 TSI Only Customer Statement: -Engine warning light and (max engine speed 4000 rpm) warning evident within the DIP during acceleration - Warning on DIP first appears when accelerating (during boost) |
| 2063855.8 | 2023-06-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE. DTC B17B801 and/or B17B804 - Evident Within Address 0019 and/or DTC U112300 Evident in 00A5 Customer Statement: -Lane Assist and/or Traffic Assist Are Not Functional |
| 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 |
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