Recall 14V-010: 2008–2014 Aston Martin DB9, 2009–2012 Aston Martin DBS and 6 more
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jan 16, 2014, covering about 5,001 vehicles.
The problem
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012 Virage vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm may break.
The risk
If the accelerator pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assemblies. The recall began on February 11, 2014. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0017. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 13V-228. Any vehicle that has been remedied under the previous recall needs to have the current remedy applied.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Aston Martin Lagonda of North America |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V010000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin DB9 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Aston Martin DBS | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Aston Martin Rapide | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Aston Martin Rapide S | 2014 | All years |
| Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Aston Martin V8 Vantage S | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Aston Martin Virage | 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V-010?
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012 Virage vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm may break.
How is recall 14V-010 fixed?
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assemblies. The recall began on February 11, 2014. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0017. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 13V-228. Any vehicle that has been remedied under the previous recall needs to have the current remedy applied.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.