Bentley recalls two Continental models due to fire risk
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Luxury carmaker Bentley is recalling its Continental GT First Edition W12 and W12 cars in Vietnam to fix a faulty water pump that poses a threat of fire.
Due to a design defect, the water pump could create a vacuum within the electrical area of the pump and cause liquid from the coolant system to permeate the housing of the water pump and damage the electrical circuitry which could cause a fire, it said.
The recalled vehicles were manufactured in 2018 and imported from the U.K.
Dealers of distributor CT Wearnes Vietnam are handling the recall, and it will take some 50 minutes to replace the faulty water pump.
A spokesperson for the British carmaker in Vietnam said if the engine management light lights up or smoke is detected, people should immediately stop the vehicle wherever it is safe to do so, turn off the ignition, evacuate the vehicle, and contact the nearest retailer immediately.
Bentley has an authorized dealer each in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
The Continental GT is a two-door sedan with a price-tag of at least VND18 billion (US$762,700) in Vietnam.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Bentley models are affected by this recall?
Which specific Bentley models are affected by this recall?
The recall targets the Bentley Continental GT First Edition W12 and the Continental GT W12 models. These are the only versions mentioned as having the water pump design defect that poses a fire risk.
Q.What is the underlying cause of the fire risk in the recalled vehicles?
What is the underlying cause of the fire risk in the recalled vehicles?
A design defect in the water pump creates a vacuum, allowing coolant liquid to enter the electrical area. This damages the electrical circuitry within the pump's housing, which could then cause a fire.
Q.How long will the repair take for affected Bentley owners?
How long will the repair take for affected Bentley owners?
The repair process for replacing the faulty water pump is estimated to take approximately 50 minutes. Dealers of distributor CT Wearnes Vietnam are managing the recall procedure.
Q.What advice has Bentley given owners if they suspect an issue with their car?
What advice has Bentley given owners if they suspect an issue with their car?
Bentley advises owners to stop the vehicle immediately if safe, turn off the ignition, evacuate, and contact their nearest retailer. This applies if the engine management light illuminates or smoke is detected.
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