NHTSAPOWER TRAIN
Bentley Motors, Inc. - Incorrect Front Axle Driveshaft
Published: May 21, 2026Recall ID: 26V330000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loose hub securing nut can cause vibration and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Incorrect Front Axle Driveshaft
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrect Front Axle Driveshaft |
| Nhtsa id | 26V330000 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V330000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors, Inc. |
| Defect summary | 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. |
| Corrective action | 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. |
| Consequence summary | A loose hub securing nut can cause vibration and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | RE26/14 |
| Potentially affected | 8 |
| Report received date | 2026-05-21T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |