Aston Martin recall: Vehicle may roll away
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to a communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) software and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) the transmission park pawl may not engage. In certain circumstances such as when the park brake is not applied the vehicle may roll away.
- What to do
- Contact a Aston Martin dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles update the software for the Transmission Control Module.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to a communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) software and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) the transmission park pawl may not engage. In certain circumstances such as when the park brake is not applied the vehicle may roll away.
The fix
On affected vehicles update the software for the Transmission Control Module.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 | 18 Dec 2007 | 11 Jan 2017 | 3,849 |
| Rapide S | 18 Dec 2007 | 11 Jan 2017 | 3,849 |
| Vanquish | 18 Dec 2007 | 11 Jan 2017 | 3,849 |
| DBS | 18 Dec 2007 | 11 Jan 2017 | 3,849 |
| Virage | 18 Dec 2007 | 11 Jan 2017 | 3,849 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 18 December 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.