2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint and up to 14 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V688000 · 2015 · 7,778 vehicles
What's wrong: Bentley motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 continental gt vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 continental gtc vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 continental flying spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 flying spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected…
Why it matters: A loose battery cable May overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has 1 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 11 Continental Flying Spur model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 1). Neighboring years: 2011 (0 complaints, 1 recalls), 2013 (0 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 | 19 | 14 | Premium or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (1).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur get?
EPA ratings run up to 14 mpg combined (6.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur repair manual?
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