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2001 Bentley Arnage Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Bentley Arnage with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash, 3 injuries and 99 deaths. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in February 2005 for the fuel pump. For comparison, the 2000 has 0 and the 2002 has 0.

NHTSA data checked

FFar more problems than a typical Arnage year, for its age

#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle

Complaints
1
Recalls
3
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Deaths
99

Most common 2001 Bentley Arnage problems

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2001 Bentley Arnage recalls 3

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Fuel system: fuel pump

05E01200077 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain bentley aftermarket fuel pump noise reduction kits, p/nos pf59918pa and pf59918pb, suitable for use on 2000-2002 my bentley arnage red label vehicles and 2001 my bentley arnage le mans and lwb vehicles. The fuel pump outlet hose can fracture under certain driving conditions, resulting in a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
The fix
Bentley will notify the customers of the affected vehicles and will instruct them to take their vehicle to an authorized bentley dealer for free repair. The recall began february 28, 2005. Owners may contact bentley customer service at 800-777-6923.

Service brakes: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings

02V1870002,085 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
The risk
This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began july 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls-royce at 1-800-777-6923.

Fuel system: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings

01V042000330 vehicles affected

The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Improperly manufactured fuel feed and return hoses were installed in some of these vehicles. The position of the crimp securing the rubber hose material to the steel quick release connection may have been improper. If the crimp is not properly position, fuel leakage could occur in the engine compartment.
The risk
If an ignition source is present, this fuel leakage could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace all feed and return hoses. Owner notification began february 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls-royce at 1-248-340-6464.

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1 complaints about the 2001 Bentley Arnage

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.

Wheels & tiresCrash3 injuries99 deaths

Violate no hassle no claims warranty - gla / zr rated tyres no tyre chain of selling useless defective product. Of shrapnel and tetanus filled from now on. Of zinc or lithium grease push pin but metal rivets. Other [[redacted]] 2013 gmc all wheel drive is just bigger tyres of how do I rotate these? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11516232

Bentley Arnage: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20020200-B
20011310Wheels & tiresF
20000400-D
19990200-B
All Arnage years

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Questions about the 2001 Bentley Arnage

Does the 2001 Bentley Arnage have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Bentley Arnage: fuel pump (February 2005); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (July 2002); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (February 2001). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Bentley Arnage?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).

How many complaints has the 2001 Bentley Arnage had?

1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 10, 2023 and the latest on April 10, 2023. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 99 deaths.

Is the 2001 Bentley Arnage a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 0 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Bentley Arnage year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

What should I do if my 2001 Bentley Arnage has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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