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2011-2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage recall: power train

Aston Martin Lagonda Of North America reported this safety recall on June 21, 2017. It covers about 315 vehicles.

vehicles affected
315
reported
Jun 21, 2017
owners notified
Aug 18, 2017

Power train

What is wrong
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles. The affected vehicles received updated transmission and engine control software which may conflict with the pre-existing clutch settings and may cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or enable clutch protection mode which give abrupt gear shifts.
Risk
If the transmission shifts into neutral or does not operate as intended, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1‑949‑379‑3100. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0022.

Recall number 17V389000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V389000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage power train?

Yes. Recall 17V389000, reported on June 21, 2017, covers about 315 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V389000?

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1‑949‑379‑3100. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0022.

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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