Vehicle recall 10V449000 · September 28, 2010
Aston Martin DB9, DBS and 1 more model
The front bottom suspension arm cam bolt could crack along its shank allowing the lower control arm to move.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Aston martin is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 DB9 coupe, DB9 volante, V8 vantage coupe, V8 vantage roadster, and dbs coupe vehicles. The front bottom suspension arm cam bolt could crack along its shank allowing the lower control arm to move.
- Consequence
- Movement of the lower control arm will influence the driver's control of the steering of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front suspension lower control arm cam bolts. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on November 11, 2010. Owners may contact aston martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.
- Notes
- Aston martin safety recall no. RA-04-0014.OWNERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V449000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 28, 2010
- Filed by
- ASTON MARTIN
- Manufacturer campaign
- RA-04-0014
- Owner notification
- November 11, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,090
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Aston Martin DB9 (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- Aston Martin DBS (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
Has your Aston Martin been repaired?
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