Recall 13V228000
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Description
Aston Martin is recalling certain model year DB9, Virage, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage, and Rapide vehicles manufactured from May 14, 2012, through April 10, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm may break.
Safety Consequence
If the throttle 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.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0016.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | DB9 |
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | DBS |
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | RAPIDE |
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | V12 VANTAGE COUPE |
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | V8 VANTAGE |
| 2012 | ASTON MARTIN | VIRAGE |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | DB9 |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | DBS |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | RAPIDE |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | V12 VANTAGE COUPE |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | V8 VANTAGE |
| 2013 | ASTON MARTIN | VIRAGE |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | DB9 |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | DBS |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | RAPIDE |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | V12 VANTAGE COUPE |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | V8 VANTAGE |
| 2014 | ASTON MARTIN | VIRAGE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.