Recall 16V199000: 2006–2008 Bugatti Veyron
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 8, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 13
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Bugatti is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Veyron vehicles manufactured October 3, 2006, to December 22, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the positive battery (B+) cable and the connection to the alternator may corrode.
The risk
The corrosion may result in the battery positive cable overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
All affected vehicles have had the battery B+ cable and the alternator replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Bugatti at 1-805-557-1050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2006 Bugatti Veyron
- 2007 Bugatti Veyron
- 2008 Bugatti Veyron
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V199000
- Manufacturer
- Bugatti
- Owner letters
- Jun 21, 2016
- Components
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System); Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology