2015 BMW I8 recall: electronic stability control (esc)
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on December 28, 2015. It covers about 16 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 16
- reported
- Dec 28, 2015
- owners notified
- Feb 8, 2016
- related complaints
- 1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 15V882000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about driver assistance problems.
Questions about recall 15V882000
Is there a recall on the 2015 BMW I8 electronic stability control (esc)?
Yes. Recall 15V882000, reported on December 28, 2015, covers about 16 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 15V882000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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