Condensation building up in the rear tail light that could cause electrical failure. Issue is how they are installed per rep at company. Can happen at any time the car gets wet.
The worst 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S problems
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Recalls 1
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012 Virage vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm may break.
- Risk
- If the accelerator pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assemblies. The recall began on February 11, 2014. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1‑888‑923‑9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0017. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 13V‑228. Any vehicle that has been remedied under the previous recall needs to have the current remedy applied.
Recall number 14V010000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S 25
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- Phased Launch of Bosch MTS 6531 VCI Unit
- Compliance with E10 Fuel
- Crankshaft Sensor
- Customer Handover Checklist
- Recommended Engine Oils for V8 and V12 Naturally Aspirated Engines
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Questions about the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S
Is the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S, fewer than a typical V8 Vantage S model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S?
Lights, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S have?
1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.
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