Bugatti Chiron Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Bugatti Chiron have?

The Bugatti Chiron has 6 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2018 through 2020. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Chiron under recall?

Whether your specific Chiron is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Chiron year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2018 Bugatti Chiron has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 5 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

6 recall campaigns on record across 2 model years of the Bugatti Chiron. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

2 affected model yearsMost recalled year: 2018

Affected Model Years

20201R 20185R

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Seat/Restraints2 campaigns (33%)

Other2 campaigns (33%)

Airbag1 campaign (17%)

Transmission1 campaign (17%)

All Bugatti Chiron Recall Campaigns

#18V4200002018 Bugatti ChironAirbag

Issued: Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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 requirem…

Risk: If the air bag deployment performance is reduced, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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…

#17V7640002018 Bugatti ChironSeat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

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.

Remedy: 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…

#20V7320002018 Bugatti ChironOther

Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

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 swit…

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, th…

Remedy: 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…

#22V1980002018 Bugatti ChironOther

Issued: Invalid Date

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

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.

Remedy: 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. Th…

#24V0960002018 Bugatti ChironSeat/Restraints

Issued: Sep 2, 2024

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

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, "Occ…

Risk: The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: 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 nu…

#20V7310002020 Bugatti ChironTransmission

Issued: Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Bugatti (Bugatti) is recalling certain 2020 DIVO and Chiron vehicles. The rear left-hand driveshaft may break.

Risk: A broken driveshaft could result in parts detaching and becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear left-hand driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bu…

Recalls by Component

1Airbag Recalls

#18V420000MY 2018

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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…

Bugatti Chiron Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Bugatti Chiron have?

The Bugatti Chiron has 6 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2018 through 2020.

Is my Chiron under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Chiron year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 Bugatti Chiron has the highest recall campaign count (5 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Chiron recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Chiron?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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