2023 Bentley Continental: common problems and reliability
· 3rd generationOne of the weaker Continental years.
5 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Continental?The 2023 Bentley Continental has 5 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. Owners most often flag convertible top faults, including window function faults during open and close cycles.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Bentley Continental vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Continental years only. How we score it
Is 2023 a good year for the Continental?
Across the 9 Continental model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2009) to 12 (2021). With 5 complaints, the 2023 Continental sits about the same as the model's median of 3.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners report on the 3rd generation Continental
Owner sentiment for the 2018-2024 Continental is positive but heavily focused on design debate rather than mechanical ownership experience.
- IsolatedConvertible top faults, including window function faults during open and close cycles
- IsolatedTop replacement cost cited at $60,000 at a dealer
- IsolatedWheel damage from potholes, cited as a fast way to lose $5,000
- IsolatedInfotainment and software complaints, including one owner wishing the tech were on par with BMW
- IsolatedBraking performance criticized as atrocious relative to competitors
With one owner questioning why stronger brakes were not fitted to a car at this price.
Owner insights for the 3rd generation Continental. Read the full 3rd generation owner report.
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