Corrosion of the battery cable at the alternator
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
The corrosion may result in the battery positive cable overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 16V199000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V199000?
NHTSA recall 16V199000 was issued by Bugatti on April 8, 2016. It addresses: Corrosion of the battery cable at the alternator. The recall affects approximately 13 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bugatti dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V199000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.