The problem
On certain passenger and limousine vehicles, contact can occur between a brake pipe or fuel pipe and the antilock braking system (abs) modulator pump. Should this happen, it could result in eventual abrasive damage to either pipe, leading to possible leakage.
The risk
This could affect the stopping distance when the brakes are applied, which could result in a crash, or a fire could result if there is leakage from the fuel line.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the installation of the affected components and, if necessary, replace it with a new one. Owner notification began october 7, 2003. Owners should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
Contacts
Bentley recall no. Re03/03. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Bentley dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 03V367000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.