Bugatti Veyron recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 23, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Bugatti recalls 2006–2013 Bugatti Veyron, Veyron Grand Sport, Veyron Super Sport

Recall number

16V166000

Brand / firm

Bugatti

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 87 units

Why it was recalled

If these jacking plates separate from the vehicle while driving, they may be a road hazard, potentially striking another vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Bugatti is recalling certain 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to March 9, 2012, 2010-2012 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to October 14, 2014, and 2011-2013 Veyron Super Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2011, to August 17, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the underbody aluminum reference plates used when lifting the vehicle may corrode and detach from the vehicle.

What to do

Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will rivet and seal the underbody aluminum reference plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at (805) 557-1050.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.