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2019 Bentley Flying Spur

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Here’s a breakdown of common issues and complaints for the 2019 Bentley Flying Spur, formatted for your website. The 2019 Bentley Flying Spur is a luxury sedan known for its opulent interior, powerful engine options, and smooth ride. Engine choices include a 6.0L W12 producing 626 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque, and a 4.0L Twin Turbo V8 generating 500 horsepower and 487 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Owners often praise the Flying Spur’s handcrafted interior, refined driving experience, and exclusive brand image. Some common dislikes include high maintenance costs and complex electronics prone to glitches.

Category: Engine

6.0L W12

  • Oil Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Oil drips under the car, burning oil smell, low oil level warning light. Often originates from valve cover gaskets or rear main seal.
    • Solution: Replace leaking gaskets or seals.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $3000+ depending on the location of the leak.
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Ignition Coil Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idle, check engine light. A faulty ignition coil can cause one or more cylinders to misfire, leading to performance issues.
    • Solution: Replace the faulty ignition coil(s).
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $800+ per coil (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found

4.0L Twin Turbo V8

  • Turbocharger Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Reduced power, whistling or whining noise from the engine, check engine light. Potential issues include wastegate malfunction or turbo bearing failure.
    • Solution: Diagnose the turbocharger and repair or replace as needed.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $8,000+ per turbocharger (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Oil Separator/PCV Valve Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Rough idle, excessive oil consumption, check engine light. A faulty oil separator can cause oil to be drawn into the intake manifold.
    • Solution: Replace the oil separator/PCV valve.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Category: Transmission

8-Speed Automatic (Both Engines)

  • Rough Shifting/Hesitation
    • Description/Symptoms: Harsh or delayed shifts, particularly between certain gears. Can be more pronounced when the transmission is cold.
    • Solution: Transmission software update/reprogramming, or transmission service. If the problem persists, valve body replacement or complete transmission rebuild/replacement may be required.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $8,000+ depending on the severity and solution.
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Torque Converter Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering or vibration at low speeds, especially during light acceleration.
    • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000+ (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found

Category: Suspension

  • Air Suspension Compressor Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Vehicle sitting low on one or more corners, air suspension malfunction warning light, compressor running constantly or not at all.
    • Solution: Replace the air suspension compressor.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $4,000+ (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Air Strut Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Vehicle sagging overnight, especially in cold weather, hissing sound from the suspension.
    • Solution: Replace the leaking air strut(s).
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $6,000+ per strut (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found

Category: Electrical

  • Infotainment System Glitches
    • Description/Symptoms: System freezing, touchscreen unresponsiveness, navigation errors, Bluetooth connectivity issues.
    • Solution: Software update, infotainment module replacement.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $4,000+ depending on the fault.
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Battery Drain
    • Description/Symptoms: Dead battery, difficulty starting the car, requiring frequent jump starts.
    • Solution: Diagnose and repair parasitic drain (often caused by faulty control modules), replace the battery.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $1,000+ depending on the cause.
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Sensor Malfunctions
    • Description/Symptoms: Warning lights illuminating on the dashboard for various systems (ABS, TPMS, etc.), inaccurate readings.
    • Solution: Diagnose and replace the faulty sensor.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $800+ per sensor (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found

Category: Exterior

  • Automatic Trunk/Boot Lid Malfunction
    • Description/Symptoms: Trunk lid not opening or closing properly, requiring manual operation.
    • Solution: Repair or replace the trunk lid actuator or hydraulic pump.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+ (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Lighting Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Headlights, taillights, or other exterior lights failing to illuminate or flickering.
    • Solution: Replace bulbs, ballasts, or entire light assemblies.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $2,000+ depending on the light.
    • Recalls: None Found

Category: Interior

  • Seat Motor/Adjustment Problems
    • Description/Symptoms: Seats not adjusting properly, motors making grinding noises, seat controls unresponsive.
    • Solution: Repair or replace seat motors, switches, or control modules.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,500+ per seat (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Sunroof/Moonroof Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Sunroof not opening or closing smoothly, getting stuck, or leaking.
    • Solution: Lubricate tracks, repair or replace the sunroof motor or mechanism.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $2,000+ (including labor).
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Trim Peeling/Separation
    • Description/Symptoms: Wood or other trim pieces separating from the dashboard, door panels, or center console.
    • Solution: Re-adhere or replace the trim pieces.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $2,000+ depending on the location and severity.
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2019 Bentley Flying Spur, while a paragon of luxury, can present owners with a range of issues. The most significant and costly problems tend to revolve around the engine (oil leaks, turbocharger issues), transmission (rough shifting), and air suspension (compressor and strut failures). Electrical gremlins, particularly with the infotainment system, are also relatively common. Repair costs can be substantial due to the complexity of the vehicle and the high cost of parts and specialized labor. While minor issues are typically inexpensive to address, major repairs can easily run into the thousands of dollars.

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Bentley Flying Spur 2019
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