Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2007
Model V8 Vantage made in 2007 by Aston Martin got 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding suspension. There was one recall concerning suspension . The car has one 4.3, guzzler engine.
Model 2007
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3, Guzzler | 8 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 14/20/16 | 15.2/25.7/18.6241 | Premium | 2672 | TWO SEATERS | |
| 4.3, Guzzler | 8 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 15/21/17 | 16.1945/27.4018/19.8474 | Premium | 2514 | TWO SEATERS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V449000 | ASTON MARTIN | from 03/01/2007 to 09/30/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 1090 | MFR | ASTON MARTIN | 09/28/2010 | 10/01/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Aston 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 Summary | Movement of the lower control arm will influence the driver's control of the steering of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Aston 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
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | |||||
| RA-04-0014 | 10/08/2010 | 10037234 | Ready | 05/13/2011 | |
| RA-04-0014 | 10/08/2010 | 10037234 | Aston 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. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |