2005-2009 Aston Martin DB9 and Aston Martin DBS recall: cables

Aston Martin The Americas reported this safety recall on December 11, 2017. It covers about 1,953 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,953
reported: Dec 11, 2017
owners notified: Feb 8, 2018
related complaints: 1

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

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

Affected vehicles

Aston Martin DB9 2005-2009 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Aston Martin DBS 2005-2009 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

2006 Aston Martin DB9 2007 Aston Martin DB9 2008 Aston Martin DB9 2009 Aston Martin DB9 2006 Aston Martin DBS 2007 Aston Martin DBS 2008 Aston Martin DBS 2009 Aston Martin DBS

Questions about recall 17V795000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2009 Aston Martin DB9 and Aston Martin DBS cables?

Yes. Recall 17V795000, reported on December 11, 2017, covers about 1,953 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V795000?

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.

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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