NHTSA recall campaign
16V199000
ManufacturerBugattiReported2016-04-08Affected13 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
The corrosion may result in the battery positive cable overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →