Aston Martin DB9, DBS: Electrical system — cables

Affects Aston Martin DB9, DBS · 2005–2009 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

What to 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.

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