The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·24V248000·Announced 2024-04-03

Aston Martin Recalls 2021 DBX Vehicles for Loose Driveline Fasteners

Aston Martin is recalling 2021 DBX vehicles because loose fasteners on the front propeller shaft and differential may cause loss of front wheel drive or engine stall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (loose driveline fasteners) that can lead to loss of drive or engine stall, increasing crash risk, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Aston Martin The Americas is recalling certain 2021 DBX vehicles due to a defect in the powertrain driveline. The fasteners for the front propeller shaft and front differential may be loose. This condition can result in a loss of front wheel drive or an engine stall.

A loss of front wheel drive or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2021 model year DBX vehicles.

Dealers will inspect the fasteners and tighten them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ASTON MARTIN DBX
Brand
ASTON MARTIN
Manufacturer
Aston Martin The Americas
Category
Vehicle — Powertrain / Driveline
Hazard
Affected units
10

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • DBX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · ASTON MARTIN

Same manufacturer · Aston Martin The Americas

See all →

Same hazard · loss of control

See all →