Bentley Motors Continental Gt: Potential Loss Of Braking Efficiency

Recall Summary Bentley Motors is recalling 536 Continental GT vehicles because a brake pipe may foul against an engine-mounted hose clip, potentially causing the brake pipe to fail and increase stopping distance. There is also a risk of brake fluid leaking into the engine compartment and causing a fire. Recalled vehicles will be inspected, and repairs will be made if the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip doesn't meet safety standards.

Recalling firm

BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: BENTLEY MOTORS CONTINENTAL GT. Units affected: 536

Reason

It has been identified that the potential exists for a foul condition to occur between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip. A situation which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe and an increase in stopping distance under braking. Additionally there is a risk of fire due to brake fluid escaping into the engine compartment. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be inspected and the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip checked. If the clearance is to tolerance and no damage exists no further action will be required. Should the clearance be below the required...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2006-08-22

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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