Vehicle recall 05V546000 · November 29, 2005
Bentley Arnage R, Arnage RL and 1 more model
On certain passenger vehicles, due to the use of a non self-locking nut, the front suspension lower ball joint can become disconnected.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, due to the use of a non self-locking nut, the front suspension lower ball joint can become disconnected.
- Consequence
- This condition could lead to loss of directional control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front suspension lower ball joint securing nuts free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2005. Owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
- Notes
- Bentley recall no. RE05/04.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V546000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 29, 2005
- Filed by
- BENTLEY MOTORS LTD
- Manufacturer campaign
- RE05/04
- Owner notification
- December 9, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 80
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
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 (2005): 2005
- Bentley Arnage RL (2005): 2005
- Bentley Arnage T (2005): 2005
Has your Bentley been repaired?
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