This page covers 5 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Bugatti Chiron.
11 mpg combined
21.4 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2018 Bugatti Chiron has 5 recalls, the most serious involving side airbags that may not deploy with full force in a side-impact crash, and front seat recliners whose brackets may not be properly welded, allowing the seatback to shift unexpectedly while driving.
A structural concern also affects certain vehicles where a screw fastening the front frame support may be loose, which can reduce the protection the frame provides to occupants in a crash. On the electronics side, the electronic stability control system does not automatically return to its normal operating mode after the engine is restarted when the handling mode has been selected, meaning the system remains in a reduced-intervention sport mode without the driver's knowledge. There is also a seatbelt reminder issue: the audible chime that alerts the driver when they start the car without buckling their seatbelt may not sound, leaving the driver without a warning that the belt is unfastened.
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.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A screw fastening the front frame support may be loose, potentially affecting structural integrity.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect and tighten the front frame support screws as needed at no cost.
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 heat shield protecting the gas generator for the side airbags may have been installed incorrectly during manufacturing, which could reduce how well the airbag performs in a side impact crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove and repair or replace the affected seats at no cost to you.
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.
