Bentley Recalls 2004 Continental

Bentley Recalls 2004 Continental GT    

Manufacturer : Bentley Motors Ltd   
 
Component: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 81

Summary:
 On certain passenger vehicles, there is the potential for insufficient clearance between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip, which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe. 

Consequence: 
 This failure could result in an increased stopping distance when braking increasing the risk of a crash and also a risk of fire due to brake fluid escaping into the engine compartment.

Remedy:
 Dealers will inspect to ascertain the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip and repair as necessary free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Bentley at 248-754-6137.

Notes:
 Bentley recall no. Re06/02. Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.