How many recalls does the Bentley Flying Spur have?

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Bentley Flying Spur, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should an inspector check on a used Bentley Flying Spur?

Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: back over prevention, fuel system, equipment, seat belts, structure. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.

Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a Bentley Flying Spur recall was done?

No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.

Can you inspect a Bentley Flying Spur at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?

Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.

How much does a Bentley Flying Spur pre-purchase inspection cost?

A pre-purchase inspection of a Bentley Flying Spur through Vehicle Inspectors: Exotic inspection from $449, quoted by vehicle. No card is needed for a quote request: dispatch replies with a firm price before anything is booked.

Should You Buy a Used Bentley Flying Spur?

Should you buy a used Bentley Flying Spur?

Whether a used Bentley Flying Spur is a good buy depends on the individual vehicle, not the model. Three checks matter before you pay: the NHTSA recall lookup by VIN for open recalls, the seller’s service and accident records, and an independent pre-purchase inspection of that specific vehicle. This page lists the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Bentley Flying Spur and what an inspector checks.

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Bentley Flying Spur, model years 2016–2024, most often listing back over prevention and fuel system. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so any individual vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. The most recent campaign on file is 23V314000 (May 2023, structure).

What are the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Bentley Flying Spur?

Newest first, from NHTSA campaign records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

23V314000NHTSA report received May 2023Model years: 2021–2023

NHTSA campaign 23V314000: Bentley Flying Spur structure recall

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Flying Spur vehicles. The rear entertainment screen retention bracket, located in the rear of the front seats, may have been incorrectly installed.

Consequence: An incorrectly installed retention bracket can result in the entertainment screen becoming a projectile during a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and replace the retention brackets in both front seats, as necessary, free of charge.

22V177000NHTSA report received March 2022Model years: 2021–2022

NHTSA campaign 22V177000: Bentley Flying Spur seat belts recall

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT Convertible, Continental GT, and 2021-2022 Flying Spur vehicles. The front seat belt assemblies may have been incorrectly installed, resulting in the front passenger seat missing the automatic locking retractor (ALR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: A missing ALR on a passenger seat belt may not properly secure a child restraint, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt, free of charge.

21V975000NHTSA report received December 2021Model years: 2021–2022

NHTSA campaign 21V975000: Bentley Flying Spur equipment recall

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the "Passenger Airbag On" symbol is illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: The incorrect information may change how occupants position themselves in relation to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Owners may apply the label themselves or have a dealer apply the label, free of charge.

21V104000NHTSA report received February 2021Model years: 2020

NHTSA campaign 21V104000: Bentley Flying Spur fuel system recall

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling one 2020 Flying Spur vehicle. The fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.

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

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Bentley will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.

20V452000NHTSA report received August 2020Model years: 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V452000: Bentley Flying Spur back over prevention recall

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020 Flying Spur vehicles. Moisture can enter the Top View rear camera holder and result in a reduction in the clarity of the rear view camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Consequence: A reduction in the quality of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will modify the top view camera holder to improve the water draining ability, free of charge.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used Bentley Flying Spur?

Exotic and supercar inspections are scoped per vehicle. The page linked below lists every item.

Similar used exotic and ultra-luxury cars

Other exotic and ultra-luxury cars to weigh against the Bentley Flying Spur. Recall counts cover different model-year spans and are not a reliability ranking.

What does a pre-purchase inspection not do?

Common questions about buying a used Bentley Flying Spur

Where can I book a Bentley Flying Spur pre-purchase inspection?

Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:

Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with Bentley. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.