2016 Bentley Continental GT
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Bentley Continental GT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
2016 Bentley Continental GT at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2016 Bentley Continental GT recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Bentley Continental GT.
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.
2016 Bentley Continental GT MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 Bentley Continental GT 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.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 178
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 178.
Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty.
Bulletin 2057841/5 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Aug 2026Real 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 2026Continental Series and Flying Spur - Camshaft Timing Over Advanced - V8T Customer statement / workshop findings: Check engine warning lamp illuminated on Drivers Instrument Panel. DTC’s stored within the Engine Control Module (ECM)
Bulletin 2047762/5 · Electrical System, Engine · May 2026Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty. Customer statement / workshop findings: Windscreen cracked/damaged
Bulletin 2057841/4 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Apr 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CONTINENTAL GT AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Bentley Continental GT
The Bentley Continental GT is a grand touring car manufactured and marketed by the British company Bentley Motors since 2003. The Continental GT is offered as a two-door coupé or convertible, with four seats. It was the first new Bentley released after the company's acquisition by Volkswagen AG in 1998, and the first Bentley to employ mass production manufacturing techniques. It was later joined by the Bentley Continental Flying Spur, a four-door saloon car variant.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.