Aston Martin Db9 2008

Model Db9 made in 2008 by Aston Martin got 1 recall as well as 9 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting and power train. There was one recall concerning suspension . The car has one 5.9, guzzler engine.

Model 2008

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
5.9, Guzzler 12Semiautomatic, 6 gearsR11/18/1313.6/24.4/16.9826Premium3460MINICOMPACT CARS6-Aug-07
5.9, Guzzler 12Manual, 6 gearsR10/16/1212.5/22.5/15.625Premium3748MINICOMPACT CARS6-Aug-07
5.9, Guzzler 12Semiautomatic, 6 gearsR11/17/1313.9/23.4/17.0071Premium3460MINICOMPACT CARS6-Aug-07
5.9, Guzzler 12Manual, 6 gearsR10/16/1212.5/22.5/15.625Premium3748MINICOMPACT CARS6-Aug-07

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM
10V449000ASTON MARTIN V (Vehicle)1090MFRASTON MARTIN09/28/201010/01/2010
Defect SummaryAston martin is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 db9 coupe, db9 volante, v8 vantage coupe, v8 vantage roadster, and dbs coupe vehicles. the front bottom suspension arm cam bolt could crack along its shank allowing the lower control arm to move.
Consequence SummaryMovement of the lower control arm will influence the driver's control of the steering of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the front suspension lower control arm cam bolts. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before october 18, 2010. owners may contact aston martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.
NotesAston martin safety recall no. ra-04-0014.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Aston martin service bulletin: see document search button for owner letter. there is a problem with the software that is causing the hazard lights to flash incorrectly while the car is off. *rm05/23/2011
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Ready05/23/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Ready05/23/2011
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Aston martin service bulletin: see document search button for owner letter. there is a problem with the software that is causing the hazard lights to flash incorrectly while the car is off. *rm05/23/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Ready05/23/2011
SA-17-018611/17/201010037422Aston martin service bulletin: see document search button for owner letter. there is a problem with the software that is causing the hazard lights to flash incorrectly while the car is off. *rm05/23/2011
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
TSB-02-8112/09/200810028144Aston martin: gear change cables are held into a bracket above the transaxle by spring loaded sleeves. the cables can come out of the bracket, if this happens some of the gears can not be selected. *pe03/05/2009
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM
RA-04-001410/08/201010037234Aston martin service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there are front arm suspension bolts that are out of specifications and could crack affecting steering and stability. *rm05/13/2011
RA-04-001410/08/201010037234Ready05/13/2011