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1996-2001 Aston Martin DB7, Aston Martin Vantage and others recall: steering wheel/handle bar

Aston Martin reported this safety recall on March 30, 2001. It covers about 3,238 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,238
reported
Mar 30, 2001
owners notified
Jul 12, 2001

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

What is wrong
Vehicle description: six cylinder and twelve cylinder variants. The steering column lighting switch gear has the potential to trap wires, leading to a partial loss of lighting functionality.
Risk
Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the switch gear assembly. Owner notification began july 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 201‑818‑8352.

Recall number 01V110000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V110000

Is there a recall on the 1996-2001 Aston Martin DB7, Aston Martin Vantage and others steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 01V110000, reported on March 30, 2001, covers about 3,238 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V110000?

Dealers will replace the switch gear assembly. Owner notification began july 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 201‑818‑8352.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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