2020–2021 Bentley Continental GT Recall: During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear…
NHTSA campaign 21V550000 · Seats · filed Jul 21, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Continental GT/GT Convertible vehicles. During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear passenger's legs.
The risk
The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the software for the front seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/26 (RC08).
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Bentley | Continental GT | 2020, 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V550000 (manufacturer number RE21/26 (RC08)). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.