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2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe recall: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Aston Martin reported this safety recall on October 2, 2012. It covers about 169 vehicles.

vehicles affected
169
reported
Oct 2, 2012
owners notified
Feb 12, 2013

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

What is wrong
Aston Martin is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 V12 Vantage Coupe vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems." On these vehicles, the low tire pressure warning light will not illuminate until the tire pressure in the front tires is more than 25% below the recommended cold tire pressure.
Risk
Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to tire failure and a possible crash.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software for the tire pressure monitoring system free of charge. The manufacturer notification to owners on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin at 1‑888‑923‑9988.

Recall number 12V480000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V480000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe pressure monitoring and regulating systems?

Yes. Recall 12V480000, reported on October 2, 2012, covers about 169 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V480000?

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software for the tire pressure monitoring system free of charge. The manufacturer notification to owners on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin at 1‑888‑923‑9988.

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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