Aston Martin 2012–2014 Vehicle Speed Control recall
Recalled May 29, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13V228000 · Aston Martin
Hazard
If the throttle 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 throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0016.
Units
689 units
Description
Aston Martin is recalling certain model year DB9, Virage, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage, and Rapide vehicles manufactured from May 14, 2012, through April 10, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm may break.
What to do
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0016.
Product
Aston Martin DB9 · Aston Martin DBS · Aston Martin RAPIDE · Aston Martin V12 VANTAGE COUPE · Aston Martin V8 VANTAGE · Aston Martin VIRAGE
Manufacturer(s)
Aston Martin The Americas
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →