2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.
2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur recalls 1
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Continental GT vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 Continental GTC vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 Flying Spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected…
Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE15/15.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 207
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 207.
Real Wear Setup and Guide using VYSOR
Bulletin 2083061/1 · Aug 202612 volt - Battery condition checks - Battery replacement requirements
Bulletin 2051562/17 · Electrical System · Jul 2026Engine coolant mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water.
Bulletin 2028794/10 · Engine · Jul 2026Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: • Poor engine running • Reduced power • Engine warning lamp illuminated • Symptom related DTC’s evident within the applicable engine control unit(s)
Bulletin 2051187/13 · Electrical System, Engine · Jul 2026Service info: Engine oil – Specific oil type and oil consumption reference.
Bulletin 2028808/10 · Electrical System, Engine · Jul 2026Airbag, fire, accident (safety-related enquiry - reporting forms) There is a reporting obligation in the following cases: • Airbag/belt released/not released • General accident • Fire and scorching damage for all Bentley Vehicle models - every model year.
Bulletin 2075786/3 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Seat Belts · Jul 2026Measured values - Cycle recording instructions Condition: In some cases Measured value traces may be requested in XML format for analysis by Product Support Technical Background: The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to gu…
Bulletin 2071131/6 · Electrical System · Jun 202612 volt - Battery condition checks - Battery replacement requirements. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable
Bulletin 2051562/16 · Electrical System · Apr 2026No audio output following Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU) installation. Customers may report the following concern after fitment of the Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU): No sound output from any vehicle loudspeakers.
Bulletin 2081568/2 · Electrical System · Apr 2026No audio output following Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU) installation. Customer Statement: Customers may report the following concern after fitment of the Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU): No sound output from any vehicle loudspeakers
Bulletin 2081568/1 · Electrical System · Apr 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Electrical
Certain vehicles may have a loose electrical connection at the firewall junction. Under certain conditions, this connection could overheat, which would increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the original nut securing the connection with a new lock nut.
Transport Canada #2015487 · Oct 2015Brakes
On certain vehicles equipped with carbon ceramic brakes, the brake rotor fixing screws may fail. This could result in reduced braking performance, which could increase stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the screws with an updated design.
Transport Canada #2013338 · Oct 2013Lights And Instruments
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system does not meet requirements of the standard when the sidelights are manually selected on the headlamp switch. Correction: Dealers will modify the DRL system.
Transport Canada #2013076 · Mar 2013Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
