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2005 Aston Martin DBS problems

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Recalls
1
Service bulletins
26

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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported December 11, 2017 · 1,953 vehicles affected
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.
Risk
If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 17V795000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Aston Martin DBS 26

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1 recall, covering electrical system.

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