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Bugatti Rimac D.O.O. Rimac Nevera recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

THE MANUFACTURER ADVISES NOT TO USE THE VEHICLE UNTIL AFTER RECTIFICATION. A potential issue regarding assembly/tightening of the low voltage C19 cable could cause it to deviate from its correct position which could compromise the isolation of the cable during the normal operation of the vehicle. This could cause a short circuit and potentially increase the risk of a fire. It may also cause the loss of all electrical power.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Rimac Nevera

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 20/12/2022 – 20/12/2022
    • 04/12/2023 – 04/12/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • RIMC2001

What to do now

This recall is about a fire risk.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/430). Quoted as issued.

Summary

THE MANUFACTURER ADVISES NOT TO USE THE VEHICLE UNTIL AFTER RECTIFICATION. A potential issue regarding assembly/tightening of the low voltage C19 cable could cause it to deviate from its correct position which could compromise the isolation of the cable during the normal operation of the vehicle. This could cause a short circuit and potentially increase the risk of a fire. It may also cause the loss of all electrical power.

Defect

THE MANUFACTURER ADVISES NOT TO USE THE VEHICLE UNTIL AFTER RECTIFICATION. A potential issue regarding assembly/tightening of the low voltage C19 cable could cause it to deviate from its correct position which could compromise the isolation of the cable during the normal operation of the vehicle. This could cause a short circuit and potentially increase the risk of a fire. It may also cause the loss of all electrical power.

Remedy

Vehicles will have the cable checked and if necessary correctly routed.

Models

Rimac Nevera

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Bugatti Rimac D.O.O. Rimac Nevera being recalled?

This recall is about a fire risk. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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