Vehicle recall 02V187000 · July 15, 2002
Bentley Arnage, Bentley Arnage LE Mans and 6 more models
On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
- Consequence
- This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began July 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls-royce at 1-800-777-6923.
- Notes
- Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 02V187000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 15, 2002
- Filed by
- ROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.
- Owner notification
- July 19, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,085
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Bentley Arnage (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Bentley Arnage LE Mans (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Bentley Arnage Limousine (1999-2001, 2004): 2004, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Bentley Arnage LWB (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Bentley Limousine (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Rolls-Royce Park Ward (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
- Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph LOL (1999-2002): 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
Has your Bentley been repaired?
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