Recall 05V-546
BENTLEY MOTORS LTD recalled the 2005 Bentley Arnage R and 2 other models: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-546
- Reported
- November 29, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 80 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, due to the use of a non self-locking nut, the front suspension lower ball joint can become disconnected.
The risk
This condition could lead to loss of directional control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace both front suspension lower ball joint securing nuts free of charge. The recall began on december 9, 2005. Owners may contact bentley at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Bentley recall no. Re05/04.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Bentley Arnage R 2005
- Bentley Arnage RL 2005
- Bentley Arnage T 2005