Seat air bag may tear/fmvss 214 & 208
Defect Summary
Bentley motors, inc. (bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 continental gtc vehicles. due to a sharp edge on the air bag deflector bracket, the seat air bags may tear during deployment. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 214, "side impact protection," and 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the affected front seats and, if necessary, remove the sharp edge on the airbag deflector bracket rivet, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 17, 2023. owners may contact bentley customer service at 1-800-77-6923. bentley's number for this recall is re23/03(rc68).
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FAQ: Recall 23V152000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V152000?
NHTSA recall 23V152000 was issued by Bentley Motors, Inc. on March 8, 2023. It addresses: Seat air bag may tear/fmvss 214 & 208. The recall affects approximately 1,610 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bentley Motors, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V152000 or the manufacturer campaign number RE23/03 (RC68). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.