The 2017 Bugatti Chiron has 4 recalls, the most serious being two issues that can unexpectedly alter how the car handles or seats the driver: the electronic stability control may not reset to full function after a restart, and the front seat recliner bracket may shift the seatback without warning.
The stability control issue occurs when the Drive Mode selector is left in Handling Mode. On the next startup, the system stays in a reduced sport setting rather than returning to its full default state, leaving the car with less automatic intervention if the driver loses traction. The seat recliner concern involves the brackets that hold the seatback in position; if the welds are inadequate, the seatback can move during driving, changing the driver's reach to the steering wheel and pedals at a critical moment. There is also a compliance issue with the seatbelt reminder: the audible chime that sounds at startup when the driver's seatbelt is not fastened may not activate, leaving the driver without an audio cue that they have not buckled in before setting off.
At a glance
What can fail
The audible chime that alerts the driver when the seat belt is unbuckled at startup may not activate, leaving the driver without this safety warning.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software at no charge to restore the chime function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
When Drive Mode is set to Handling Mode, the electronic stability control system doesn't reset to fully active when you restart the vehicle, violating Canadian safety requirements.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the ESC software and update owner manuals to restore proper system reset at startup.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
After restarting the engine, the Electronic Stability Control system doesn't automatically return to full operation when Handling Mode is selected on the Drive Mode switch.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the control unit software at no cost to restore proper Electronic Stability Control operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front seat recliner brackets may have improper welds, causing the seatback to shift unexpectedly and change your driving position.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the recliner bracket welds on both seats and replace the seat assembly if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
