Recall 17V764 affects 9 2017-2018 Bugatti Chiron vehicles for improperly welded front seat recliner brackets. Repair is free at any franchised Bugatti dealer.
Bugatti is recalling 9 2017-2018 Chiron vehicles because the front seat recliner brackets were not welded properly. The seatback can move unexpectedly and change the driver's seating position, which increases crash risk; Bugatti dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seat recliner brackets on the 2017-2018 Bugatti Chiron are the metal supports inside the front seat recliner mechanism. The recliner lets the seatback tilt and then hold a fixed position, so the driver stays seated at the chosen angle while driving.
On affected Chirons, the recliner parts were manually positioned incorrectly during welding. That left both seat recliner brackets with defective welds. If a weld does not hold as designed, the seatback can shift instead of staying locked, changing the driver's seating position while the vehicle is moving.
The warning sign is movement in the back of the seat. If the seatback starts to move, feels loose, or no longer holds its set angle, treat that as the symptom tied to this recall and have a Bugatti dealer inspect the recliner bracket welds.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same seat assembly component.
| 2017 Bugatti Chiron | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2018 Bugatti Chiron | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 9 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected change in the driver's seating position increases crash risk because the driver loses the set position needed for steady control. If the seat back starts to move, schedule service soon and avoid adjusting the seat while driving. Repair is free at any franchised Bugatti dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Bugatti Chiron is included in this recall.
- Contact a Bugatti service center to schedule the free seat-recliner-bracket weld inspection and seat assembly replacement if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Bugatti mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V764 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair, and pull over if the driver seat back moves unexpectedly.
- Call Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the service center, a Bugatti technician inspects the welds on the recliner brackets for both front seats. If a bracket weld is not proper, the technician replaces the affected seat assembly. The inspection, any needed seat assembly replacement, and labor are free under the recall. Bugatti has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this seat recliner bracket repair. Bring repair orders and payment records to the service center, or contact Bugatti customer service, to ask how to submit a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 29, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 7, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 8, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| December 11, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 29, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V764?
Recall 17V764 covers 9 2017-2018 Bugatti Chiron vehicles with front seat recliner brackets that have improper welds. A seat back that moves unexpectedly can change the driver's seating position and increase crash risk. Bugatti service centers will inspect both front seats and replace the seat assembly for free when needed.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Bugatti Chiron is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Chiron is included in recall 17V764. If it is, contact a Bugatti service center to schedule the front seat recliner bracket inspection. Reference recall number 17V764 when you call. The inspection and needed seat assembly replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Bugatti service centers will inspect the recliner bracket welds on both front seats and replace the seat assembly when needed, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive a Bugatti Chiron with this recall?
The recall warns that an improperly welded front seat recliner bracket can let the seat back move unexpectedly. If the driver's seating position changes, crash risk increases. Check your VIN first, then ask a Bugatti service center for guidance before driving to the appointment.
When did Bugatti start this recall repair?
Bugatti began the recall repair on December 7, 2017. Owners with an included VIN can contact a Bugatti service center for the front seat recliner bracket inspection, or call Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050 and reference recall 17V764.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V764000 |
|---|---|
| Bugatti customer service | 1-805-557-1050 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V764 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V764000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →