The Bentley Arnage spans 1999–2009 with 14 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 3.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2001, 2009, 2008 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1999, 2000, 2002. It delivers up to 13 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Bentley Arnage is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1999 to 2009 across multiple generations.
Decode or check a Bentley Arnage by VIN
Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Bentley Arnage — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
How to read a Bentley Arnage VIN — every digit explained
Every Bentley Arnage carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
- VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Arnage.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Model-year code (10th digit)
The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:
Where to find your Arnage VIN
- Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
- Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
- Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
- Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.
How many recalls does the Bentley Arnage have?
The Bentley Arnage has 14 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1999–2009. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2009 Bentley Arnage recalls 1
Structure:body:hood
What's wrong. Bentley is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 arnager, arnaget, arnage rl, brooklands, and azure vehicles. There is a potential for the "b" hood ornament's retracting mechanism to become corroded. This may lead to the "b" hood ornament not retracting as intended when a vehicle is involved in a crash.
Risk. If the hood ornament does not retract, it could increase the risk of injury to a pedestrian in the event of a crash between the vehicle and the pedestrian.
Fix. Dealers will replace the retractable "b" mechanism free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2010. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.
2008 Bentley Arnage recalls 1
Structure:body:hood
What's wrong. Bentley is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 arnager, arnaget, arnage rl, brooklands, and azure vehicles. There is a potential for the "b" hood ornament's retracting mechanism to become corroded. This may lead to the "b" hood ornament not retracting as intended when a vehicle is involved in a crash.
Risk. If the hood ornament does not retract, it could increase the risk of injury to a pedestrian in the event of a crash between the vehicle and the pedestrian.
Fix. Dealers will replace the retractable "b" mechanism free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2010. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.
2007 Bentley Arnage recalls 1
Structure:body:hood
What's wrong. Bentley is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 arnager, arnaget, arnage rl, brooklands, and azure vehicles. There is a potential for the "b" hood ornament's retracting mechanism to become corroded. This may lead to the "b" hood ornament not retracting as intended when a vehicle is involved in a crash.
Risk. If the hood ornament does not retract, it could increase the risk of injury to a pedestrian in the event of a crash between the vehicle and the pedestrian.
Fix. Dealers will replace the retractable "b" mechanism free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2010. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.
2002 Bentley Arnage recalls 2
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Certain bentley aftermarket fuel pump noise reduction kits, p/nos pf59918pa and pf59918pb, suitable for use on 2000-2002 my bentley arnage red label vehicles and 2001 my bentley arnage le mans and lwb vehicles. The fuel pump outlet hose can fracture under certain driving conditions, resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
Fix. Bentley will notify the customers of the affected vehicles and will instruct them to take their vehicle to an authorized bentley dealer for free repair. The recall began february 28, 2005. Owners may contact bentley customer service at 800-777-6923.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
Risk. This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began july 19, 2002. 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 1-800-777-6923.
2001 Bentley Arnage recalls 3
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Certain bentley aftermarket fuel pump noise reduction kits, p/nos pf59918pa and pf59918pb, suitable for use on 2000-2002 my bentley arnage red label vehicles and 2001 my bentley arnage le mans and lwb vehicles. The fuel pump outlet hose can fracture under certain driving conditions, resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
Fix. Bentley will notify the customers of the affected vehicles and will instruct them to take their vehicle to an authorized bentley dealer for free repair. The recall began february 28, 2005. Owners may contact bentley customer service at 800-777-6923.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
Risk. This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began july 19, 2002. 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 1-800-777-6923.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Improperly manufactured fuel feed and return hoses were installed in some of these vehicles. The position of the crimp securing the rubber hose material to the steel quick release connection may have been improper. If the crimp is not properly position, fuel leakage could occur in the engine compartment.
Risk. If an ignition source is present, this fuel leakage could result in a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace all feed and return hoses. Owner notification began february 20, 2001. 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 1-248-340-6464.
2000 Bentley Arnage recalls 4
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Certain bentley aftermarket fuel pump noise reduction kits, p/nos pf59918pa and pf59918pb, suitable for use on 2000-2002 my bentley arnage red label vehicles and 2001 my bentley arnage le mans and lwb vehicles. The fuel pump outlet hose can fracture under certain driving conditions, resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
Fix. Bentley will notify the customers of the affected vehicles and will instruct them to take their vehicle to an authorized bentley dealer for free repair. The recall began february 28, 2005. Owners may contact bentley customer service at 800-777-6923.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
Risk. This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began july 19, 2002. 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 1-800-777-6923.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The fuel return pipe in the engine compartment can wear through as the result of repeated contact with the exhaust manifold as the vehicle is driven. If the hose becomes damaged, fuel leakage could occur.
Risk. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the routing of the fuel return line. If necessary, the dealer will reposition the hose or replace it with a new hose if it was damaged.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Improperly manufactured fuel feed and return hoses were installed in some of these vehicles. The position of the crimp securing the rubber hose material to the steel quick release connection may have been improper. If the crimp is not properly position, fuel leakage could occur in the engine compartment.
Risk. If an ignition source is present, this fuel leakage could result in a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace all feed and return hoses. Owner notification began february 20, 2001. 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 1-248-340-6464.
1999 Bentley Arnage recalls 2
Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler
What's wrong. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The thermostat regulating the temperature of the heated seats was incorrectly positioned during assembly. This incorrect positioning creates the potential that the surface of the heated seat can reach an unacceptably high temperature.
Risk. In extreme cases, this could cause damage to any object in contact with the seat cushion.
Fix. Dealers will install an additional temperature control with each seat equipped with heating elements.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.
Risk. This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir. Owner notification began july 19, 2002. 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 1-800-777-6923.
Best and worst years for the Bentley Arnage
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 11 tracked years, the worst years are 2001, 2009, 2008 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1999, 2000, 2002.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Arnage | 0 | — | Best |
| 2000 Arnage | 0 | — | Best |
| 2001 Arnage | 1 | Tires | Avoid |
| 2002 Arnage | 0 | — | Best |
| 2003 Arnage | 0 | — | Average |
| 2004 Arnage | 0 | — | Average |
| 2005 Arnage | 0 | — | Average |
| 2006 Arnage | 0 | — | Average |
| 2007 Arnage | 0 | — | Average |
| 2008 Arnage | 0 | — | Avoid |
| 2009 Arnage | 0 | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Bentley Arnage problems?
The most-reported Bentley Arnage problems are Tires (1 reports) — out of 1 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Tires 1 Read
Violate no hassle no claims warranty - gla / zr rated tyres no tyre chain of selling useless defective product. Of shrapnel and tetanus filled from now on. Of zinc or lithium grease push pin but metal rivets. Other [xxx] 2013 gmc all wheel drive is just bigger tyres of how do i rotate these? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Bentley Arnage specifications & dimensions
The 2009 Bentley Arnage measures 212″ long on a 123″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 5,699 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.
| Wheelbase | 123″ (312 cm) |
| Body / trim | Arnage Final Series R 4dr Sedan |
| Curb weight | 5,699 lb (2585 kg) |
| Overall width | 76″ (193 cm) |
| Overall height | 60″ (152 cm) |
| Overall length | 212″ (539 cm) |
| Weight distribution (front/rear) | 51/49% |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Bentley Arnage cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Arnage holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 111 cu ft of passenger volume and 13 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Bentley Arnage tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Bentley Arnage get?
The Bentley Arnage returns up to 13 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine. Pick an engine to see its city / highway / combined rating by year:
| Year | City | Highway | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Arnage | 11 | 15 | 13 | 4.4L 8-cyl |
| 2000 Arnage | 10 | 15 | 12 | 6.7L 8-cyl |
| 2001 Arnage | 10 | 15 | 12 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2002 Arnage | 9 | 14 | 11 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2003 Arnage | 9 | 13 | 11 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2004 Arnage | 9 | 13 | 11 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2005 Arnage | 9 | 13 | 11 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2006 Arnage | 9 | 13 | 11 | 6.8L 8-cyl |
| 2007 Arnage | 10 | 15 | 11 | 6.7L 8-cyl |
| 2008 Arnage | 10 | 15 | 11 | 6.7L 8-cyl |
| 2009 Arnage | 10 | 14 | 11 | 6.7L 8-cyl |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov — best combined rating per engine & year. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
What engines does the Bentley Arnage have? Power & range
The Bentley Arnage is offered with 1 powertrain — 6.7L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 6.7L · 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Bentley Arnage cost to own?
A Bentley Arnage depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | — | — |
| Year 2 | 70% | — | — |
| Year 3 | 61% | — | — |
| Year 4 | 53% | — | — |
| Year 5 | 46% | — | — |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Arnage loses about 54% of its value over five years.
- Fuel — ≈ $29,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Arnage ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Bentley Arnage safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Arnage yet.
How many miles does a Bentley Arnage last?
A well-maintained Bentley Arnage typically lasts 200,000–250,000 miles. With regular oil, transmission and timing service, most examples comfortably pass the 200,000-mile mark. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 3.5/5.
Decode your Bentley Arnage’s window sticker & build
Original options, specs, recalls and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Decode VIN →All Bentley Arnage model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Bentley Arnage — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Arnage | 1 recall | 11 mpg | — |
| 2008 Arnage | 1 recall | 11 mpg | — |
| 2007 Arnage | 1 recall | 11 mpg | — |
| 2006 Arnage | 0 | 11 mpg | — |
| 2005 Arnage | 0 | 11 mpg | — |
| 2004 Arnage | 0 | 11 mpg | — |
| 2003 Arnage | 0 | 11 mpg | — |
| 2002 Arnage | 2 recalls | 11 mpg | — |
| 2001 Arnage | 3 recalls | 12 mpg | — |
| 2000 Arnage | 4 recalls | 12 mpg | — |
| 1999 Arnage | 2 recalls | 13 mpg | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Arnage?
By owner-complaint volume, 2001, 2009, 2008 drew the most reports. 1999, 2000, 2002 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Arnage have?
14 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1999–2009. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
What MPG does the Arnage get?
Up to 13 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a Arnage last?
A well-maintained Arnage typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Arnage reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Arnage is 3.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Bentley Arnage warranty?
New Bentley models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Bentley dealer.
Where is the Bentley Arnage made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Arnage's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Bentley may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much does a Arnage weigh?
The Arnage's curb weight is around 5,699 lb. Its GVWR — the maximum loaded weight — decodes from the VIN.
How much ground clearance does the Arnage have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.