NHTSA Recall 16V166000: Body (structure)
BUGATTI reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 87 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Bugatti Veyron.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V166000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | March 23, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 26, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V166000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bugatti Veyron | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Bugatti Veyron Super Sport | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.