NHTSA Recall 17V795000
Filed by Aston Martin The Americas. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2017-12-11. An estimated 1,953 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: RA-18-0026
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.