Recall 16V539 affects 127 2007-2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vehicles for sunroof glass that can detach. Repair is free at any franchised Bentley dealer.
Bentley is recalling 127 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur sedans because the sunroof glass was not properly secured to the frame. If the glass detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash; Bentley dealers will secure the sunroof glass free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The sunroof assembly on the 2007-2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur uses a glass panel held to a surrounding frame. The frame supports the glass, seals the roof opening, and keeps the panel fixed while the car is moving or the sunroof is opened and closed.
On recalled cars, supplier cleaning during sunroof production was not performed to the required specification. That left the bond between the glass and frame weaker than intended. Over time, the glass can delaminate, meaning the adhesive bond separates from the frame. If that separation progresses, the glass panel can detach from the car while driving. This recall adds adhesive between the sunroof frame and glass panel to correct that bond.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not expect an advance symptom before the glass separates from the frame.
Who's affected?
All included model years use the same sunroof assembly component.
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | visibility component |
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | visibility component |
| Units affected | 127 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific sedan.
What's the safety risk?
If the sunroof glass detaches from the frame, the loose glass creates a road hazard and increases the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, schedule service soon and avoid using the sunroof. Repair is free at any franchised Bentley dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Bentley dealer to schedule the free sunroof adhesive repair that secures the glass to the frame.
- Bring the recall notice if Bentley sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V539 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete because loose sunroof glass can detach and become a road hazard.
- Call Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Bentley technician applies additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and the sunroof glass panel so the glass is secured to the frame. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. Bentley says customers will receive instructions for applying for reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses related to this sunroof issue. Keep any repair paperwork and follow Bentley's claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 19, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 1, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 13, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V539?
Recall 16V539 covers 127 2007-2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vehicles with sunroof glass that is not properly secured to the sunroof frame. If the glass detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. Bentley dealers will apply additional adhesive for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V539. If it is, contact a franchised Bentley dealer to schedule the sunroof glass repair. Reference recall number 16V539 or Bentley recall number RE16/17 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Bentley will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel free of charge at a franchised Bentley dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is detached sunroof glass becoming a road hazard while the vehicle is moving. That road hazard increases crash risk for other drivers. If your VIN is included, schedule the free adhesive repair with a Bentley dealer.
What if I bought my Bentley Continental Flying Spur used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Continental Flying Spur is included, then call a Bentley dealer and reference recall 16V539.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V539000 |
|---|---|
| Bentley customer service | 1-800-777-6923 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V539 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V539000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →