Recall 26V181 affects 44 2025 Bentley Bentayga SUVs for incorrect tire-size and pressure labels. Repair is free at any franchised Bentley dealer.
Bentley is recalling 44 2025 Bentayga SUVs because the tire information placard lists the wrong tire size and tire pressure. Incorrect tire information can lead to the wrong tires or improper inflation, increasing crash risk; Bentley dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tire information placard on a 2025 Bentley Bentayga is the label that tells an owner or technician the correct tire size and cold tire inflation pressure for that specific vehicle. It is used when checking tire pressure, replacing tires, or confirming that the wheels and tires match the vehicle's approved specification.
On affected Bentaygas, Bentley assigned the wrong version of that placard during production because of a coding error in the production control system. The vehicle itself is identified by internal production records, but the label on the vehicle does not match the correct specification. That means a driver or service shop can rely on incorrect tire size or pressure information when servicing the tires.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is not a noise, warning light, or change in how the Bentayga drives. It is an incorrect label, so the VIN and the dealer inspection decide whether the correct placard is installed.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Bentley Bentayga | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 44 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Bentley Bentayga is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect tire information can lead to the wrong tire size or tire pressure on the vehicle, increasing crash risk. There is no warning sign tied to the incorrect placard, so confirm the VIN and schedule the placard replacement. Repair is free at any franchised Bentley dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Bentley Bentayga is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Bentley dealer to schedule the free tire-information-placard replacement that corrects the tire size and tire pressure label.
- Bring the recall notice if Bentley has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V181 when you call.
- Avoid changing tire size or tire pressure based only on the current placard until Bentley replaces it.
- Call Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923 with questions and reference Bentley recall RE26/05.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Bentley technician replaces the tire information placard with the correct tire size and tire pressure information for the 2025 Bentayga. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the manufacturer's 3-year warranty agreement, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all affected vehicles are still within that warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 24, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 27, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 28, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V181?
Recall 26V181 covers 44 2025 Bentley Bentayga vehicles with tire information placards that list incorrect tire size and tire pressure information. The wrong placard can lead to the wrong tire size or improper tire inflation, increasing crash risk. Bentley dealers will replace the placard for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Bentley Bentayga is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Bentayga is included in recall 26V181. If it is, contact a franchised Bentley dealer to schedule the free tire information placard replacement. Reference recall 26V181 or Bentley recall RE26/05 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance recalls at no cost. Bentley dealers will replace the incorrect tire information placard free of charge at any franchised Bentley dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V181?
The listed risk is crash risk from incorrect tire information. A wrong tire size or incorrect tire pressure can lead to an improperly fitted or improperly inflated tire. Until the placard is replaced, confirm the correct tire information with a franchised Bentley dealer.
When will Bentley notify owners about recall 26V181?
Bentley owner letters were scheduled for May 4, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Bentley dealer or Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923 with recall RE26/05.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V181000 |
|---|---|
| Bentley customer service | 1-800-777-6923 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V181 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V181000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →