2018 Bugatti Chiron recalls and problems
The 2018 Bugatti Chiron has 5 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Bugatti dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Bugatti Chiron vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Bugatti Chiron recalls
Recall 24V-096: Electrical System, Seat Belts
Problem: Bugatti is recalling certain 2016-2023 Bugatti Chiron vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts, and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 1, 2024. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR036.
Recall 22V-198: Structure
Problem: Bugatti is recalling one 2018 Chiron vehicle. One of the screws that fastens the front frame support may be loose.
Risk: A loose frame support may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Bugatti recommends the car not be driven until the screws have been correctly tightened. A dealer will inspect the screws to the front frame support and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The affected vehicle was repaired March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR027.
Recall 20V-732: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Problem: Bugatti (Bugatti) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Chiron, 2018-2020 Chiron Sport and 2020-2021 DIVO vehicles. After an ignition cycle, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) does not automatically default back to the full-function original mode if the Handling Mode is selected on the Drive Mode switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: If the Handling Mode is activated, the ESC System goes into Sport mode. After an ignition cycle, the ESC does not default to the original default mode (ESC Normal Mode). After restarting the car, the Drive Mode remains in Handling mode affecting the ESC performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software of the affected control units, free of charge. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR033.
Recall 18V-420: Air Bags
Problem: Bugatti is recalling certain 2018 Chiron vehicles. The heat shield for the gas generator for the side air bags may have been incorrectly installed during the air bag manufacturing process, potentially reducing the performance of the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk: If the air bag deployment performance is reduced, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will remove the affected seats to repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050.
Recall 17V-764: Seats
Problem: Bugatti is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chiron vehicles. The front seat recliner brackets may not be welded properly, which can cause the back of the seat to move unexpectedly, affecting the driver's seating position.
Risk: If the driver's seating position changes unexpectedly, it could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bugatti will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the welds on the recliner brackets for both seats, replacing the seat assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2017. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Bugatti Chiron have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Bugatti Chiron: 24V-096 (electrical system, seat belts), 22V-198 (structure), 20V-732 (electronic stability control (esc)), 18V-420 (air bags), 17V-764 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Bugatti recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Bugatti dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.