- A recent recall affects a single 2020
Bentley Flying Spur W12. - The recall concerns a potentially faulty fuel tank that could leak fuel.
- The unnamed owner will get the fuel tank replaced for free.
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"During the production process at the fuel tank supplier, a welding process of the fuel tank may not have been performed according to specifications," the document read. "If the plastic weld of the fuel tank fails, this may be perceived initially by an odor of fuel. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, can lead to a vehicle fire."
Thankfully, nothing of the sort happened before Bentley identified the problem and sought to remedy it. The automaker will replace the fuel tank for free.
"The isolated incident and car in question has not shown any signs of fuel leak," a Bentley spokesperson told Bloomberg in a statement. "The customer has been contacted as per
It's not clear where this particular Flying Spur W12 is located.
The Bentley Flying Spur W12 is a 12-cylinder sedan that produces a claimed 626 horsepower. Bloomberg prices the car at $259,000.