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2005–2009 Aston Martin DB9, Dbs recall: Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, cables

NHTSA campaign 17V-795 · December 11, 2017 · Aston Martin The Americas

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
17V795000
Reported
December 11, 2017
Manufacturer
Aston Martin The Americas
Part
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, cables
Vehicles affected
About 1,953

What is wrong

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2005-2009 DB9, and DBS vehicles. The battery supply cable on these vehicles may become damaged when the driver seat is positioned in the full rearward location.

Safety risk

If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery supply cable for damage, and install a routing block to keep the battery supply cable from being compressed by the seat, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-18-0026.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Aston Martin DB9 (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009); Aston Martin Dbs (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

What is the fix?

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery supply cable for damage, and install a routing block to keep the battery supply cable from being compressed by the seat, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-18-0026.

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