Aston Martin Vanquish recalls

9 official safety recalls for the Aston Martin Vanquish from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Brake vacuum pump may reduce brake assistance

    Reported August 28, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/343111 vehicles affected

    Under certain conditions, the brake vacuum pump may not generate enough vacuum, reducing brake assistance and increasing stopping distances and crash risk. The electronic stability program software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RA-06-2074 –Vanquish ESP
    Defect
    On affected vehicles under specific conditions the brake vacuum pump may not generate vacuum reducing brake assistance. This may result in increased stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Update ESP (Electronic Stability Program) with modified software.

  2. Vacuum pump may reduce brake assist

    Reported August 20, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V532000178 vehicles affected

    The vacuum pump may fail to generate vacuum, reducing brake assist and braking function. This can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk. The remedy is an ESP software update, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Aston Martin is recalling certain 2025 Vanquish vehicles. The vacuum pump may not generate vacuum, resulting in a loss of power brake assist and decreased brake function.
    Consequence
    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Aston Martin will update the ESP software for all affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-06-2074

  3. Transmission park pawl may not engage

    Reported December 18, 2017Model years 2007–2017DVSA recall R/2017/345EU Safety Gate A12/0106/1819,245 vehicles affected

    A communication error between the engine and transmission control modules may prevent the park pawl from engaging. If the park brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away. The transmission control module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles update the software for the Transmission Control Module.

  4. Front seat may damage battery supply cable

    Reported December 18, 2017Model years 2003–2015DVSA recall R/2017/343EU Safety Gate A12/0105/1826,168 vehicles affected

    When moved fully rearward, the right front seat runner may compress and damage the battery supply cable, causing an open circuit or grounding that may overheat. Inspect the cable, install a routing block and replace the cable if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    MOVEMENT OF SEAT MAY DAMAGE BATTERY SUPPLY CABLE
    Defect
    In some circumstances when the right side front seat is operated to its fully reward position the seat runner can compress the battery supply cable and cause the seat to damage the battery supply cable. This may cause an open circuit and/or ground the supply cable which may then overheat.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles examine the battery supply cable for damage and install a routing block to ensure that the seat runner cannot compress the battery supply cable. If necessary replace the cable.

  5. Transmission park pawl may not engage

    Reported December 11, 2017Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 17V7960003,493 vehicles affected

    A communication error may prevent the park pawl from engaging. If the vehicle is stopped on a slope and left without the parking brake, it may roll and increase crash risk. Dealers will update the transmission control module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
    Defect
    Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
    Consequence
    If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0028.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  6. Battery supply cable may short circuit

    Reported April 11, 2016Model years 2012–2015DVSA recall R/2016/082EU Safety Gate A12/0578/162,764 vehicles affected

    The right front seat may compress the battery supply cable, damaging its insulation over time and causing a short circuit. Dealers will fit a cable guide, check and reinforce the insulation if needed, and replace the cable in rare cases.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF SHORT-CIRCUIT IN BATTERY SUPPLY CABLE
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the right fron seat can compress the battery supply cable. Prolonged occurences coulld cause damage to the insulation and the cable may short out
    Remedy
    Fit new cable guide to reroute supply cable. Check condition of supply cable and where necessary reinforce insulation . In rare instances the cable may require replacement.

  7. Interior door unlock may not work

    Reported December 16, 2015Model years 2014–2016NHTSA campaign 15V8460006,076 vehicles affected

    The interior door unlocking mechanism may not work after the vehicle is locked from outside, potentially trapping occupants and increasing their risk of injury. Dealers will disable the double-locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
    Defect
    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 2012-2013 V12 Zagato vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door unlocking mechanisms that may not function when the vehicle has been locked from the outside. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
    Consequence
    If the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they may be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will disable the double locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2016. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-0021.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  8. Throttle pedal cross shaft may become displaced

    Reported November 19, 2004Model years 2001–2004DVSA recall R/2004/187473 vehicles affected

    The throttle pedal cross shaft may move out of its housing, causing loss of throttle control while driving. The throttle assembly will be checked and replaced if it does not meet specification.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY THAT THROTTLE CONTROL MAY BE LOST
    Defect
    The electronic throttle pedal assembly cross shaft can become displaced from its housing following involuntary displacement of an ultrasonically domed head (LHS end). This is designed to keep the cross shaft in place along with a secondary retaining cross pin at the opposite side of the housing. With the cross shaft displaced throttle control is lost. If ignored a failed cross shaft would lead to loss of throttle control whilst driving.
    Remedy
    Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the throttle assembly will be checked for compliance with specification. Should a non-compliance be identified the throttle pedal assembly will be replaced.

  9. Throttle pedal may come loose from its housing

    Reported November 9, 2004Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 04V5380001,558 vehicles affected

    The throttle pedal assembly may become displaced from its housing, causing loss of throttle control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the pedals and replace them if necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE THROTTLE PEDAL ASSEMBLY CAN BECOME DISPLACED FROM ITS HOUSING.
    Consequence
    A DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE THROTTLE PEDALS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT ASTON MARTIN AT 201-818-8352.
    Notes
    ASTON MARTIN RECALL NO. SAR009.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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