Aston Martin DB9, Rapide S: Power train — automatic transmission

Affects Aston Martin DB9, Rapide S · 2014 — about 440 vehicles.

The hazard

If the transmission shifts to neutral, the driver will not be able to maintain speed or move the vehicle out of traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected circuit boards, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0018. Note: If the vehicle exhibits this problem, owners are advised to turn off the ignition and then restart the car which may allow the car to be driven out of harm's way.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational