2016 Aston Martin DB9 Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported December 11, 2017 · 3,493 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
Risk: If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1‑888‑923‑9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0028.

Recall number 17V796000 · Recall details

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Is the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Aston Martin DB9.

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How many recalls does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 have?

1 recall, covering power train.

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