Vehicle Data Hub

Recall 17V-795

Aston Martin The Americas recalled the 2005 to 2009 Aston Martin DB9 and 1 other model: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-795
Reported
December 11, 2017
Vehicles affected
1,953 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The 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-[removed]. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-18-0026.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles