Aston Martin Recalls 2014 DB9 and Rapide S for Transmission Defect

Plain-English summary

Aston Martin Lagonda of North America is recalling certain model year 2014 DB9 and Rapide S vehicles manufactured between June 2013 and July 2014. The recall involves 440 vehicles affected by a faulty circuit board in the automatic transmission system.

The defect may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to neutral without input from the driver. If this occurs, the driver will not be able to maintain speed or move the vehicle out of traffic, which increases the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. If the vehicle exhibits this problem, owners are advised to turn off the ignition and restart the car, which may allow the vehicle to be driven out of harm's way.

The recalled product

Product

ASTON MARTIN DB9, RAPIDE S

Brand

ASTON MARTIN

Manufacturer

Aston Martin Lagonda of North America

Category

Vehicle — Transmission

Hazard

• loss-of-control
• crash-risk

Affected units

440

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