Recall
Aston Martin Db9 — 17V795000
NHTSA ID
17V795000
Make
Aston Martin
Model
Db9
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2017-12-11
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Units Affected
1,953
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
RA-18-0026
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.