Vehicle recall 03V127000 · April 1, 2003
Bentley Arnage R, Arnage RL and 1 more model
The flexible hose carrying central hydraulic system fluid between the regulator and the accumulator could leak.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The flexible hose carrying central hydraulic system fluid between the regulator and the accumulator could leak.
- Consequence
- Leaking fluid could deplete the reservoir and cause a loss of power assist to the steering and braking systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hose. Owner notification is expected to begin April 7, 2003. 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 bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
- Notes
- Customers can also 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
- 03V127000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 1, 2003
- Filed by
- BENTLEY MOTORS LTD
- Manufacturer campaign
- RE0302
- Owner notification
- March 27, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 37
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
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 R (2003): 2003
- Bentley Arnage RL (2003): 2003
- Bentley Arnage T (2003): 2003
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