2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — Power train
Published June 21, 2017 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V389000, published June 21, 2017. Recalling firm: Aston Martin The Americas; 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — Power train.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ASTON MARTIN
- Model
- V8 VANTAGE
- Manufacturer
- Aston Martin The Americas
- Lot
- 2012 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE | 2011 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage — Power train recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V389000 on June 21, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ASTON MARTIN. Model: V8 VANTAGE.