2018 BUGATTI CHIRON
5 recalls, 0 complaints - 5 TSBs
24V096000 Feb 9, 2024
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
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... Read more
Consequence
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 number for this recall is BUGCR036.
22V198000 Mar 28, 2022
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
Bugatti is recalling one 2018 Chiron vehicle. One of the screws that fastens the front frame support may be loose.
Consequence
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. The affected vehicle was repaired March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-70... Read more
20V732000 Nov 24, 2020
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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... Read more
Consequence
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.
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 this recall is BUGCR033.
18V420000 Jun 20, 2018
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect Description
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... Read more
Consequence
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 1-805-557-1050.
17V764000 Nov 29, 2017
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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 7, 2017. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2018 BUGATTI CHIRON
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0L 16-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (All-Wheel Drive) | 9.0 | 14.0 | 11.0 | Premium | $7,000 |
CO2 Emissions: 840.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 BUGATTI CHIRON
5 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
BUGCS014
Sep 23, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software update VR17.2 New Software package is available to fix minor bugs and add new workshop diagnostic functionalities
No comms 2021-01
May 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for January 2021 for Bugatti.
No comms 2021-03
May 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for March 2021 for Bugatti.
No comms 2021-04
May 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for April 2021 for Bugatti.
No comms 2021-05
May 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for May 2021 for Bugatti.
BUGATTI CHIRON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BUGATTI CHIRON across all model years (2016, 2023).
17
Total Recalls
0
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths