Recall
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe — 13V228000
NHTSA ID
13V228000
Make
Aston Martin
Model
V12 Vantage Coupe
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2013-05-29
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Units Affected
689
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
RA-03-0016
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe
Model Years: 2012