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2015 BMW i8 Recalled over Faulty DSC (Stability Control)

We won't hide the fact that we were fascinated by the BMW i8 during the time we spent together. However, the utter lack of oversteering abilities, even when hitting the vibrators on a track at full speed, did disappoint. Well, it seems some i8s may do that, but for the wrong reason.
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We're talking about a recall here, one that has to do with the electronic stability control, or DSC, in Bimmer language.

BMW is calling back 16 units of the 2015 i8 over the DSC issue, with the vehicles having been produced between May 29, 2015, and June 5, 2015.

The problem is not one that has to do with 1s and 0s, as you might expect, being connected to the DSC instead.

The hydraulic unit of the DSC is the one to blame for the problem of the hybrid sportscar

"Improperly drilled holes within the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) hydraulic unit may restrict one or more pistons impairing the DSC functions, including braking," a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice reads.

In a car that gives the driver the impression of complete safety, especially thanks to its restrictive electronic nannies, you don't want to hear about such problems.

This is how the situation is being handled by the automaker

BMW is set to notify owners, with the company's dealers inspecting the DSC hydraulic unit. If required, the unit will be replaced, obviously free of charge.

The recall is scheduled to kick off on February 10.

If you own one of the affected models, you can contact the carmaker at 1-800-525-7417. You can also reach out to the NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

We'll remind you this recall follows a campaign that saw 223 units of the 2014 model year BMW i8 being inspected over a potential fuel leak (more on that topic in this article).
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