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2015 BMW i8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2015 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
1
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
5
Latest campaign
Dec 28, 2015

Recall summary by component1

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ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electronic stability control (ESC)1Dec 28, 2015
15V882000

Safety recalls1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Dec 28, 2015Latest campaign
Dec 28, 201515V882000

Electronic stability control (ESC)

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 15V882000
What's 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.
Campaign
NHTSA 15V882000 · Dec 28, 2015
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component5

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
5Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system240000
Engine240000
Air bags120000
Seat belts120000
Electronic stability control (ESC)120000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “I purchased a 2015 BMW i8 (salvage title) from Parkline Motors. The vehicle history (Carfax) disclosed prior front/right damage, which I accepted.”

    Filed 04/27/2026 · ODI 11734106
  • Electrical system

    “I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding a significant safety issue with my 2015 BMW i8. I purchased the vehicle from United BMW in Alpharetta, Georgia, on [XXX].”

    Filed 07/11/2024 · ODI 11601200
  • Electronic stability control (ESC)

    “Vehicle is saying chassis stabilization error which I believe is the same as dynamic stabilization. I did some research and have found my make year and model was recalled for the specific problem.”

    Filed 10/03/2020 · ODI 11362590

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2015 BMW i8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 BMW i8 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2015 BMW i8. The most recent, 15V882000 (reported December 28, 2015), concerns electronic stability control (ESC). Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2015 BMW i8?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 5 filed with NHTSA (40%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2015 BMW i8?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised BMW dealer.

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