2026 Bentley Continental GT, 2026 Bentley Continental GT Cabrio recall: Incorrect Front Axle Driveshaft
Report received by NHTSA: May 21, 2026.
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- What's recalled
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2026 Continental GT and Continental GTC vehicles. The front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect shorter driveshaft, which can cause the hub securing nut to loosen over time.
- The risk
A loose hub securing nut can cause vibration and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
8 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2026 Bentley Continental GT, 2026 Bentley Continental GT Cabrio.
- Compared with
Bentley Motors, Inc. has 3 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 2 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
27 earlier NHTSA recalls by Bentley Motors, Inc. since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- April 10, 2026 2026 Bentley Bentayga recall: Incorrect Weight Capacity on Label/FMVSS 110
- March 24, 2026 2025 Bentley Bentayga recall: Incorrect Information on Tire Placard/FMVSS 110
- Nov. 24, 2025 2023 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid recall: High Voltage Battery May Overheat (agency record)
- Sept. 25, 2025 2025-2026 Bentley Continental GT, 2025-2026 Bentley Continental GTC, 2025 Bentley Flying Spur recall: High Pressure Fuel Pump May Leak and Cause a Fire (agency record)
- Aug. 23, 2023 Bentley Motors, Inc. recall: Fuel Supply Module May Overheat and Melt Flange (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle driveshaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE26/14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 8, 2026.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Bentley Continental GT 2026
- Bentley Continental GT Cabrio 2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V330000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors, Inc. |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Report received by NHTSA | May 21, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 8 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | RE26/14 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record