Bentley Motors Arnage Le Mans: Air Can Enter Primary Circuit Of Brake Master Cylinder

Bentley Motors is recalling 7,062 Arnage models because air can become trapped in the brake fluid feed pipe, potentially causing partial failure of the primary brake circuit. The affected vehicles include various Arnage trims manufactured by Bentley Motors Limited and distributed in the United Kingdom. The company will replace both brake fluid feed hoses and the reservoir with new components designed to prevent this issue.

Recalling firm
BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED
Product
Vehicles: BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE LE MANS, BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE LWB, BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE RED LABEL, BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE GREEN LABEL, BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE, BENTLEY MOTORS ARNAGE 4.4L BIRKIN. Units affected: 7,062
Reason
The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2002-07-17
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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