Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
ASTON MARTIN
Model Of Vehicle
DB9
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
13V228000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Aston Martin Lagonda Of North America
Start Of Manufacture
20120514
End Of Manufacture
20130410
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
689
Date Owners Notified
20130719
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Aston Martin The Americas
Date Report Received
20130529
Make Campaign Number
RA-03-0016