USA RECALL #8 - Bentley recalls over 120 Flying Spur models for possible detachment of the glass sunroof.

RECALL Subject : Sunroof Glass may Detach from Vehicle

Report Receipt Date: JUL 19, 2016 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V539000 

Component(s): VISIBILITY 

Potential Number of Units Affected: 127  

Manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.

SUMMARY:

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured April 25, 2007 through October 31, 2008. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 2016. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923.

NOTES:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.