Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2012) Power Train Recall: Risk of Transmission Shift Failure
Aston Martin recalls 2011-2014 V8 Vantage models with SportShift II transmissions due to potential hydraulic fluid leaks causing transmission shift issues and vehicle rollaway risks.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The loss of hydraulic fluid may prevent the vehicle from shifting out of the gear that it is in. Additionally, if the vehicle is being driven when the fluid level significantly drops, the transmission may shift to an emergency neutral as the vehicle comes to a stop. If the driver ignores the dash warning message and exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Aston Martin is recalling certain 2011-2014 V8 Vantage vehicles with SportShift II transmissions. The recall is because a connector for the clutch fluid line may break, causing hydraulic fluid leaks that could prevent shifting or lead to vehicle rollaway if the driver ignores warnings. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1251380-aston-martin-v8-vantage-2012-power-train-recall-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1251380-aston-martin-v8-vantage-2012-power-train-recall-risk-of · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V391000
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“Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2012) Power Train Recall: Risk of Transmission Shift Failure.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1251380-aston-martin-v8-vantage-2012-power-train-recall-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #17V391000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V391000).
Why it’s dangerous
A broken connector can cause hydraulic fluid leaks. If the vehicle shifts to emergency neutral when fluid levels drop, the driver might exit without applying the parking brake, causing the vehicle to roll away and potentially crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2011-2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vehicles with SportShift II transmissions are affected. Drivers who ignore dash warnings after fluid level drops are at higher risk of vehicle rollaway.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a SportShift II transmission and was purchased between 2011 and 2014. The recall covers specific 2011-2014 V8 Vantage models with 7-speed Auto-Shift Manual transmissions.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Aston Martin
Reach out to Aston Martin customer service at 1-949-379-3100 to schedule a free installation of the support bracket.
What NHTSA says to do
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will install a support bracket to hold pipe securely in position, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2017. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-949-379-3100. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0024.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 27 days.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V391000 (June 21, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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