Bugatti Chiron Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Bugatti Chiron model year (2018–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Bugatti Chiron Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 9
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 6
1 recall · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 3
Best Bugatti Chiron Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Bugatti Chiron — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 9 | Avoid |
All 9 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Bugatti Chiron Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Chiron models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Chiron should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2018 Bugatti Chiron if possible. It has 3 recalls, 0 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 9 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Chiron to buy?+
The 2021 Bugatti Chiron is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Chiron has the fewest problems?+
The 2021, 2022, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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