Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls
7 NHTSA safety recalls cover the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, across model years 2006–2016. Every recall repair is free at any Aston Martin dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your V8 Vantage by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls and owner complaints by model year
Of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage model years, the 2012 has the most recalls (7); the 2016 drew the most owner complaints (4).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each Aston Martin V8 Vantage model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls | Owner complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | no data |
| 2007 | 1 | no data |
| 2008 | 2 | no data |
| 2009 | 2 | no data |
| 2010 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | 5 | 2 |
| 2012 | 7 | 1 |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | 1 | 4 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | no data |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls by model year
Most common Aston Martin V8 Vantage problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Power Train
Aston Martin is recalling 2012 V8 Vantage vehicles with 6-speed Auto-Shift Manual transmissions due to potential hydraulic fluid leaks causing transmission shift failures and vehicle rollaways.
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Electrical System
Aston Martin recalls 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles due to transmission shifting issues. Dealers will reinstall clutch system software free of charge.
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Power Train
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.
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2015) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages
Aston Martin recalls certain DB9, DBS, V8 Vantage, and other models due to interior door locks that may fail. Free software repair available.
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 (2014) recall — Seats
Aston Martin recalls certain 2006-2014 DB9 vehicles due to seat heater control module failure. Dealers will install a free repair module to prevent overheating.
Recall timeline
When the Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage problems & complaints
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the Aston Martin V8 Vantage; the most reported area is exterior lighting. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 12
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 68+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 3 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 0
See Aston Martin V8 Vantage complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
What to do if your Aston Martin V8 Vantage is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a Aston Martin dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask Aston Martin about reimbursement.
Every Aston Martin V8 Vantage recall, by model year
2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 1 recall
2015 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 1 recall
2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 5 recalls
2013 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 5 recalls
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 7 recalls
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Power Train
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Electrical System
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2012) recall — Power Train
- ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE (2015) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 (2014) recall — Seats
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 (2014) recall — Vehicle Speed Control
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 (2014) recall — Vehicle Speed Control
2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 5 recalls
2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 3 recalls
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 2 recalls
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — 2 recalls
Aston Martin V8 Vantage recall questions
How many recalls does the Aston Martin V8 Vantage have?
We have 7 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, covering model years 2006–2016. The most recent was issued Jun 21, 2017 (Power Train).
Which Aston Martin V8 Vantage model year has the most recalls?
The 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has the most, with 7 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common Aston Martin V8 Vantage recall problems?
By system: Power Train (2), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Electrical System (1), Latches/Locks/Linkages (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled Aston Martin V8 Vantage?
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
How do I check if my Aston Martin V8 Vantage has an open recall?
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any Aston Martin dealer can also look it up.
Are Aston Martin V8 Vantage recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires Aston Martin to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized Aston Martin dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.