NHTSA Service Bulletin 10195063: 2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid
Official manufacturer communication context for 2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.
Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.
Bentayga Hybrid - PDC Multi switch not illuminated (SC21/16) Technical background: The PDC Multi-Switch (white backlight) illumination is not available (Figure 1)tch not illuminated (SC21/16) However When the Switches are depressed to be Active the illumination works as per specification. NOTE: The Hazard Switch backlight illumination is NOT affected The function illuminates the switches in their Passive state so the switch can be seen in dark light IMPORTANT NOTE: Figure 2 shows the white backlight operating to correct specification. Remedy: Due to a supplier error at the time of harness manufacture, the fitment of link harness 36A 971 097 is required on a small number of vehicles The link harness is required to be fitted from connector U1.1 (3 way) to connector EX54.1 (16 way)
What this bulletin may mean before buying
Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.
Affected products listed in this communication
Buyer checklist
- Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
- Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
- Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
- Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
- Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.
Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA service bulletin 10195063?
Bentayga Hybrid - PDC Multi switch not illuminated (SC21/16) Technical background: The PDC Multi-Switch (white backlight) illumination is not available (Figure 1)tch not illuminated (SC21/16) However When the Switches are depressed to be Active the illumination works as per specification. NOTE: The Hazard Switch backlight illumination is NOT affected The function illuminates the switches in their Passive state so.
Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?
No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.
How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?
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