BMW I8 2015: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V882000

Make Model Year
BMW I8 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-02-08 2015-12-28 2015-12-28

Production Dates: 2015-05-29 - 2015-06-05

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 16

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2015 i8 vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to June 5, 2015. Improperly drilled holes within the Dynamic Stability Control "DSC" hydraulic unit may restrict one or more pistons impairing the DSC functions, including braking.

Consequence

Impaired DSC functionality may negatively impact vehicle handling and braking and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the DSC hydraulic unit, and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.