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Bentley Continental Flying Spur problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Continental Flying Spur from 2004 to 2015: 8 owner complaints and 18 recalls across 11 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (3), 2007 (3), 2012 (1). Best fuel economy: 14 mpg combined (2013).

Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Photo: M 93 · CC BY-SA 3.0 de · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical3
Airbags2
Fuel & propulsion2
Suspension1
Tires1
Wheels1
Other / unknown1
Brakes1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200420–
200510–
20062312
20073313
20083012
20093012
20101012
20111013
20121114
20131014
201501–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Bentley Continental Flying Spur?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (3), 2007 (3), 2012 (1).

How many recalls has the Bentley Continental Flying Spur had?

Across 2004–2015, NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).