Service bulletins for the 2020 Bentley Flying Spur
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.
710 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 2059489/2 | 2021-10-07. Service bulletin. ENGINE; SEAT BELTS. New Cont GT & GTC V8 - Start-Stop System Inhibit - Driver's Seat Belt Start/Stop system inhibit - Drivers seatbelt unfastened. Customer statement / workshop findings: The Start/Stop system functions with the drivers seat belt not fastened although the Owners handbook states that the drivers seat belt must be fastened for the Start/Stop system to function. Technical background On all 202 0model year vehicles specified with a V8 engine, the Start/Stop system will function with the drivers seat belt not fastened although the Owners handbook states the drivers seat belt must be fastened for the Start/Stop system to work, the system in this scenario is functioning correctly. Due to a change to one of the system inhibits, the 2021 model year Owners handbooks will be updated to confirm the Start/Stop system will work with the seat belt unfastened. |
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| 2053429/4 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Emission control system lamp illuminated - DTC P044100 evident. Customer statement / workshop findings: Emission control system warning lamp illuminated (Figure 1) within the Driver Information Panel (DIP) in conjunction with DTC - P044100: EVAP Emission Contr.Sys.Incorrect Purge Flow - logged within one or both engine control modules. Technical background: Should DTC P044100: EVAP Emission Contr.Sys.Incorrect Purge Flow be evident (static or intermittent) within one or both Engine control modules please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2053351/7 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STRUCTURE. Buzzing noise from engine area. Customer statement / workshop findings Workshop findings: Buzzing noise heard at idle from the sump area when the vehicle is elevated on a workshop ramp. The noise cannot be heard from inside the cabin or outside of the vehicle in normal circumstances. Technical background: A buzzing noise can be generated by the oil pump when the engine is running at idle. Measure: Test a comparable vehicle with the same Engine derivative. If the same noise is apparent on the comparable vehicle and no oil pressure warnings or relevant DTCs are stored then the noise can be considered a characteristic of the vehicle and no further action should be taken. |
| 2057978/5 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Engine Lubricating Oil - Replenishment. Customer statement / workshop findings Engine lubricating oil lamp illuminated on driver instrument panel. Engine lubricating oil requires topping up between services. Technical background: In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change significantly over the life of the engine. Typically, engines with specified running-in periods consume more oil during the running-in period, and the oil consumption will stabilize after the running-in period. Refer to the Owners Manual for specific running-in procedures. Under normal conditions, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of the oil, the RPM at which the engine is operated, ambient temperature and road conditions. Additional factors are the amount of oil dilution from water condensation or fuel residue, and the oxidation level of the oil. Certain driving conditions may negatively influence the rate of oil consumption. This can occur while the vehicle is operated in city driving conditions, for example: stop and go traffic with extended idle periods |
| 2060432/3 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. New Continental GT / GTC and New Flying Spur - Exhaust Flap - Diagnostic Trouble Code Customer statement / workshop findings: Warning lamp illuminated on Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) “Drive system fault. Contact your Bentley dealer displayed on DIP. One or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored within Engine Control Modules (ECMs) 1 or 2 (Depending on model type) P04A000: Exhaust Pressure Control Valve P04A000 / P047500: Exhaust Pressure Control Valve A P14AB00: Exhaust door control unit mechanical malfunction P049F00: Exhaust Pressure Control Valve "B |
| 2058516/3 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. Ticking noise from the rear cabin area Customer statement / workshop findings: Ticking noise can be heard from inside the rear of the cabin when sitting in the rear seats Technical background: The noise can be heard when the engine is at operating temperature, after a drive cycle or an extended idle period, the noise is most evident with the armrest lowered with all electrical consumers switched off. The ticking noise occurs when the purge system is in operation, the vibrations emitted from the purge valve are then amplified through the fuel pipes to the rear of the vehicle. This is normal operation and no further investigation work is required as the vehicle is operating to specification. |
| 2063954/3 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 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) Workshop findings: DTC P029900 evident within the engine control unit/s In the event the afore mentioned symptoms are evident the operative should refer to the onward instructions |
| 2063354/2 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. V8 Kovomo - Whining noise - Front of the engine at idle speed Customer statement: Erratic whining noises from the front of the engine at idle speed. Workshop findings: The irregular knocking noises can be assigned to the front of the engine. There are no further complaints (such as poor engine or engine cooling system performance, event entries, etc.) |
| 2061288/4 | 2021-10-06. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Various and/or numerous Transmission control module DTCs logged - V8 Kovomo engine. Customer statement: Drive system fault active on DIP. Workshop findings: Various and/or numerous Transmission control module DTCs logged. Technical background: Loose pins within the transmission link harness to the Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743- connections can lead to various and/or numerous Transmission control module DTCs being logged. Carry out the checks within the Measure section of this TPI noting the following: The steps within the Measure section are applicable to vehicles specified with or without the Otto Particulate Filter (OPF) also referred to as the Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) NOTE: OPF/GPF fitment is Region specific. Should any issues be evident and the vehicle is specified with (OPF/GPF) The operative should check to confirm if EB89 (SC21/08 is required) and conduct if applicable. In the event that EB89 (SC21/08)is not required and the symptoms described within this TPI are evident the onward instructions should be followed. |
| 2051187/6 | 2021-10-05. 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. Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfire. Measure: 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. |
| 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 |
| 2061171/5 | 2021-08-07. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT/GTC and New Flying Spur - V8 Kovomo - Fuel Pressure Regulation. Customer statement / workshop findings: Check Engine Lamp illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) with one or multiple DTCs as detailed below: - P310B00 Low Fuel Pressure Regulation with symptom code 2636 - P014800 Fuel Deliver Error - P019100 Fuel Rail pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance - Misfire DTCs There may be multiple DTCs and symptoms present due to fuel pressure regulation or fuel supply issues Technical background In the event the customer complaint relates to the following: - Customer experienced poor start up - proceed with the remaining instructions |
| 2063678/1 | 2021-08-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. P245000 - EVAP System Switching Valve A Performance/Stuck Open DTC logged - V8 Kovomo. Customer Statement: Emission control system warning light illuminated within the DIP. Workshop findings: DTC P245000 - EVAP System Switching Valve A Performance/Stuck Open - With symptom code 11952 Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2061171/6 | 2021-08-07. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT/GTC and New Flying Spur - V8 Kovomo - Fuel Pressure Regulation. Customer statement / workshop findings: Check Engine Lamp illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) with one or multiple DTCs as detailed below: - P310B00 Low Fuel Pressure Regulation with symptom code 2636 - P014800 Fuel Deliver Error - P019100 Fuel Rail pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance - Misfire DTCs There may be multiple DTCs and symptoms present due to fuel pressure regulation or fuel supply issues Technical background: In the event the customer complaint relates to the following: - Customer experienced poor start up - proceed with the remaining instructions. |
| 2063954/1 | 2021-08-06. 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) Workshop findings: DTC P029900 evident within the engine control unit/s Technical background: One of the turbochargers may not be achieving full boost, the issue can be related to a poor connection between the applicable boost pressure valve vacuum solenoid and the signal wire to the applicable Engine Control Module (ECM) leading to a lack of vacuum supplied to the waste- gate when under load In the event the afore mentioned symptoms are evident the operative should refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI in conjunction with Rep.Gr 21 - Boost pressure valve vacuum solenoid (to assist identifying the component location) |
| 2058423/6 | 2021-07-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. New Continental GT / GTC, New Flying Spur and Bentayga Speed - Low Oil Pressure Warning During Early Vehicle Life. Condition: 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). Service: 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 |
| 2062626/1 | 2021-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. DTCs stored for all cylinders on Bank 1 or all cylinders on Bank 2 - W12 TSI engine derivative. Customer statement / workshop findings: - DTCs stored for all cylinders on Bank 1 or all cylinders on Bank 2 including multiple cylinder misfires DTC - Misfires logged in one or both engine control units - Engine warning light on - Erratic engine operation Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2058423/5 | 2021-02-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT / GTC, New Flying Spur and Bentayga Speed - 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 |
| 2061362/1 | 2020-12-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engine intermittently fails to start. Customer statement: Customer unable to intermittently start the engine with the start button. Workshop findings: DTC - B143C29: Access/start authorization button, Range/Performance stored within address 46 -Convenience system central control unit Technical background: Refer to the Measure section of this TPI |
| 2060432/2 | 2020-11-07. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT/GTC and New Flying Spur - Exhaust Flap - Diagnostic Trouble Code. Customer statement/workshop findings: Warning lamp illuminated on Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) Drive system fault. Contact your Bentley dealer displayed on DIP 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 Control Unit. A DTC is stored when the respective Control Unit does not move through its full range of motion. |
| 2061064/1 | 2020-11-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Secondary air injection - Missing ODIS data. Customer statement / workshop findings: Not all data for the secondary air injection operation is available when using ODIS Technical background: Data is only available for four of the eight secondary air monitors on each cylinder bank therefore some test plans and related tasks are not currently available |
| 2053170/6 | 2020-11-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Gear shift optimisation procedure - W12 TSI only. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer reporting dissatisfaction with transmission shift quality in various driving conditions 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) 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 repairs relating to the shift quality complaint Technical background: IMPORTANT: To allow the engine and transmission to adapt to the customers driving style the vehicle MUST either have covered at least 1000 miles/1600 Km or must have been used over a six week period (which ever occurs first) before carrying out the instructions within this TPI |
| 2053351/6 | 2020-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Buzzing noise from engine area. Customer statement / workshop findings Workshop findings: Buzzing noise heard at idle from the sump area when the vehicle is elevated on a workshop ramp. The noise cannot be heard from inside the cabin or outside of the vehicle in normal circumstances. Technical background: A buzzing noise can be generated by the oil pump when the engine is running at idle. |
| 2058423/4 | 2020-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. New Continental GT/GTC, New Flying Spur and Bentayga Speed - 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) Technical background: CAUTION: DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THIS DOCUMENT IF THE ENGINE EXHIBITS ANY ABNORMAL MECHANICAL NOISE OR HAS AN ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL LEAK SEEK FURTHER ADVICE THROUGH A NEW OR EXISTING DISS QUERY |
| 2057978/4 | 2020-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. Engine Lubricating Oil - Replenishment. Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine lubricating oil lamp illuminated on driver instrument panel. Engine lubricating oil requires topping up between services. Technical background: In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change significantly over the life of the engine. Typically, engines with specified running-in periods consume more oil during the running-in period, and the oil consumption will stabilize after the running-in period. Refer to the Owners Manual for specific running-in procedures. Under normal conditions, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of the oil, the RPM at which the engine is operated, ambient temperature and road conditions. Additional factors are the amount of oil dilution from water condensation or fuel residue, and the oxidation level of the oil. Certain driving conditions may negatively influence the rate of oil consumption. This can occur while the vehicle is operated in city driving conditions, for example: stop and go traffic with extended idle periods. |
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