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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 04V538📅 Nov 10, 2004

2001–2005 Aston Martin V12 & 2001–2005 Aston Martin Vanquish recall: speed control

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly CAN become displaced from its housing.

💥 The risk

A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V538000
Manufacturer recall #
SAR 009
Manufacturer
ASTON MARTIN
Vehicles affected
1,558
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 23, 2004
Built
Oct 1, 2001 – Sep 30, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Aston martin recall no. SAR009.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V538 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V538?

2001–2005 Aston Martin V12 & 2001–2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. 1,558 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Aston Martin dealer to book the free repair.