Aston Martin Vantage recall: Transmission can change gear without control from driver
- What's wrong
- As part of a software update the stored adjustment settings for the automatic clutch were not deleted and re-taught. These stored settings are incompatible with the updated software and can result in incorrect operation in certain circumstances. This may adversely affect gear changes including uncommanded…
- What to do
- Contact a Aston Martin dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the clutch software will be re-installed and the system re-taught.
What’s wrong
As part of a software update the stored adjustment settings for the automatic clutch were not deleted and re-taught. These stored settings are incompatible with the updated software and can result in incorrect operation in certain circumstances. This may adversely affect gear changes including uncommanded selection of neutral. If neutral is selected manual gear selection will be available.
The fix
On affected vehicles the clutch software will be re-installed and the system re-taught.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vantage | 23 Jul 2010 | 15 Aug 2012 | 290 |
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 23 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.