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2019 Bentley Bentayga problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 Bentley Bentayga — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Bentayga years?

Bentayga NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted16 complaints2017: 16 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 2 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Bentayga NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Bentley Bentayga problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1100%

Does the 2019 Bentley Bentayga have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V592000Fuel SystemAugust 23, 2023 · 3,527 units

Defect

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Bentayga vehicles. The fuel supply module wiring can overheat and melt the flange, resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the flange and fuel supply module wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.

20V321000Fuel SystemJune 2, 2020 · 1,892 units

Defect

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/14.

20V154000Seat BeltsMarch 18, 2020 · 281 units

Defect

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row upper seat belt attachment may not stay connected to the vehicle in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence

If the seat belt is not properly secured in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper seat belt attachment bolt, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/06.

20V092000AirbagsFebruary 17, 2020 · 4 units

Defect

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.

Consequence

An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. All vehicles (4) have been remedied as of October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/04.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2019 Bentley Bentayga. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 15, 2025

2019 Bentley Bentayga — common questions

Is the 2019 Bentley Bentayga reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Bentley Bentayga have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Bentley Bentayga. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.