Aston Martin DBS, DB9 +3 more: Power train — control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Affects Aston Martin DBS, DB9, Rapide, Vanquish, Virage · 2009–2016 — about 3K vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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