Recall 17V389000: 2011–2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 21, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 315
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles. The affected vehicles received updated transmission and engine control software which may conflict with the pre-existing clutch settings and may cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or enable clutch protection mode which give abrupt gear shifts.
The risk
If the transmission shifts into neutral or does not operate as intended, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
The fix
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-949-379-3100. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0022.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V389000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RA-07-0022
- Manufacturer
- Aston Martin Lagonda of North America
- Owner letters
- Aug 18, 2017
- Components
- Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Power train (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology