2007 Aston Martin DB9 recalls and problems

The 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Aston Martin dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2007 Aston Martin DB9 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Aston Martin DB9 recalls

Recall 17V-795: Electrical System

Reported Dec 11, 2017 · 1,953 vehicles affected · Aston Martin The Americas

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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 14V-753: Seats

Reported Nov 25, 2014 · 7,256 vehicles affected · Aston Martin Lagonda of North America

Problem: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 DB9, V12 Vantage, V8 Vantage, DBS, and Virage vehicles manufactured July 3, 2006, to November 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic control module for the driver and front passenger seat heaters may fail, preventing the seat heaters from being able to be turned off.

Risk: If the electronic control module fails, the seat heater could get hot enough that areas of the seat may overheat and smolder, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Fix: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional module to the circuit that can interrupt the power to the seat heaters in case the electronic control module for the seat heaters fails, free of charge. The recall began in January 2015. Owners may contact Aston Martin Customer Service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-0019.

Recall 10V-449: Suspension

Reported Sep 28, 2010 · 1,090 vehicles affected · ASTON MARTIN

Problem: Aston martin is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 db9 coupe, db9 volante, v8 vantage coupe, v8 vantage roadster, and dbs coupe vehicles. The front bottom suspension arm cam bolt could crack along its shank allowing the lower control arm to move.

Risk: Movement of the lower control arm will influence the driver's control of the steering of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front suspension lower control arm cam bolts. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 11, 2010. Owners may contact aston martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.

2007 Aston Martin DB9 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Visibility	1
Structure	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 2
Visibility › Windshield — 1
Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,108 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Aston Martin DB9 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 52,908 miles · reported Apr 21, 2014

Test drive customers car home to evaluate engine missfire. Left shop at 5pm, drove approx 20 miles to my house. No problem noted, next morning start the car, drove 1.5 miles turned right onto santiago canyon road in orange county calif. From modjeska canyon road, mildy accellerated to 45 MPH and the hood flew straight up in the air. Car had been driven 70 MPH on the way home. The hood latch failed and the safety catch did not engage the hood. Found to be stuck. I was on a two lane rode with little traffic so I was able to pull to the right and not hit anything. If it had been on a freeway at a…

Visibility · at 18,108 miles · reported Dec 1, 2011

Since july 2010 I had complaints about an intermittent rattle near the drivers outside mirror. I made at least ten trips to the dealer for repairs and nothing seemed to remedy this issue. During the last time the door panel was removed, another fix made and a subsequent road test, the noise was heard by the dealers mechanic. After tightening some bolts when it was discovered that the left fender near the a pillar was loose, the windshield cracked. During the process of removing this windshield, it was discovered that it was never installed properly at the aston martin factory in gaydon, uk.…

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Dec 10, 2008

All the time when I drive the car spacey when I accelerate there is a strong smell of fumes. I went to the dealer and they agree that there is a strong smell but they say its the clutch and there is nothing to do about it . In those car that's the smell. I told them that in such an expensive car first I don't suppose to have such a strong smell in the car and second even if it from the clutch as they say its not the only smell I felt of strong fumes and burning. Until today nothing has been done and they say there is no fault from their side. Smell comes when I accelerate , when I reversed and…

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 2,100 miles · reported Apr 15, 2008

I bought an aston martin db9 from bauer jaguar/ aston martin (1455 s. Auto mall dr, santa ana, ca 92705) on july 7 2007. The car stopped in the middle of a major intersection in los angeles on august 17, 2007 (2,319 miles). Dealer completed the repairs and returned the car on august 20, 2007. The car continues to have problems and was brought back on march 31, 2008 for multiple problems. At this time the dealer recommend a total engine replacement. The engine was replaced and repairs completed on april 11, 2008. I have send 3 emails to aston martin lagonda factory (Scott morgan, after sales…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Aston Martin DB9 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Aston Martin DB9: 17V-795 (electrical system), 14V-753 (seats), 10V-449 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Aston Martin DB9?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,108 miles.

Are Aston Martin recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Aston Martin dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.