- Year: 1997
- Make: Bentley
- Model: Continental
- Trims Available: 1
- Made In: UNITED KINGDOM
- Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
- Engine: 6.8L V8 OHV 16V TURBO
- Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
- Driveline: RWD
- Seating: 4
- MSRP: $$324,500 USD
- MPG: 11 miles/gallon/16 miles/gallon
- Tires: 285/45R18
- Tank Size: 28.50 gallon
1997 Bentley Continental Review
Vehicle Overview
1997 Bentley Continental has an enjoyable COUPE 2-DR body style. It is manufactured in United Kingdom. The car has 1 variation available for its customers. 1997 Bentley Continental is seating 4 people. The engine type is 6.8L V8 OHV 16V TURBO. The car has a large tank size capacity of 28.50 gallon. 1997 Bentley Continental uses 11 miles/gallon of gasoline in the city. On highways, the usage of gasoline comes to only 16 miles/gallon. The wheel of the vehicle's axle are RWD driveline. The tires are 285/45R18 which provide comfort and little to non friction. The overall length of the model is 206.30 in. The height of the vehicle is 57.00 in. which is kept as low as possible to keep the vehicle's center of gravity as close to the ground as possible. The Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price is $324,500 USD. 1997 Bentley Continental has had 2 recalls in the past 27 years.
Popular VINs
- SCBZU22C5VCX53496
Popular VINs
- SCBZU22C5VCX53496
Vehicle Specifications
Safety & Recalls
Recall 15867 started on 08/04/1997 by MFR effecting 1,621 units.
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Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BOLTS ATTACHING THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN TO THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING COUPLING CAN CONTACT THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PIPES LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
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Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN LEAD TO A BRAKE HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAK AND REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE PIPES TO PREVENT CONTACT BETWEEN THE PIPES AND BOLTS, AND ANY DAMAGED PIPES WILL BE REPLACED.
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Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 1997. 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 1-800-825-9360.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Recall 14433 started on 03/27/1997 by MFR effecting 10 units.
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Summary: THE ALUMINUM FACIA TRIM PANEL ON THE PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR BAG DOOR CAN DETACH DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.
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Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS DURING A VEHICLE CRASH, THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS COULD BE INJURED.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SRS AIR BAG DOORS WITH A NEW DOOR USING A DIFFERENT ADHESIVE TO ATTACH THE PANEL.
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Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN DURING APRIL 1997. NOTE: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 1-201-967-9100.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
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