Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls and problems
8 recalls and 12 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
12
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 V8 Vantage | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 V8 Vantage | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 V8 Vantage | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 V8 Vantage | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 V8 Vantage | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 V8 Vantage | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 V8 Vantage | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 V8 Vantage | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 V8 Vantage | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 V8 Vantage | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 V8 Vantage | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Aston Martin V8 Vantage problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 |
All Aston Martin V8 Vantage recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V-391 | Jun 21, 2017 | 2011–2014 | Power Train | Aston Martin the Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2014 V8 Vantage vehicles equipped with 7-speed Auto-Shift Manual (ASM) "SportShift II" transmissions. |
| 17V-389 | Jun 21, 2017 | 2011–2012 | Power Train, Electrical System | Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles. |
| 17V-390 | Jun 21, 2017 | 2012 | Power Train | Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2012 V8 Vantage vehicles equipped with 6-speed Auto-Shift Manual (ASM) transmissions. |
| 15V-846 | Dec 16, 2015 | 2010–2016 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-2016 V8 Vantage, 2012 Virage, 2010-2016 Rapide, 2014-2016 Vanquish, 2011-2016 V12 Vantage, and… |
| 14V-753 | Nov 25, 2014 | 2006–2014 | Seats | 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. |
| 14V-010 | Jan 16, 2014 | 2008–2014 | Vehicle Speed Control | Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012… |
| 13V-228 | May 29, 2013 | 2012–2014 | Vehicle Speed Control | 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. |
| 10V-449 | Sep 28, 2010 | 2007–2008 | Suspension | Aston martin is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 db9 coupe, db9 volante, v8 vantage coupe, v8 vantage roadster, and dbs coupe vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2015 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has the most reports (3). Check the 2015 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Aston Martin V8 Vantage have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Aston Martin V8 Vantage model years 2006–2016.
What are the most common Aston Martin V8 Vantage problems?
Owners report exterior lighting, power train, vehicle speed control problems most often.