NHTSA Recall 14V425000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 440 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Aston Martin DB9.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V425000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RA-07-0018 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | July 14, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 2, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2014 DB9 and Rapide S vehicles manufactured June 2013 to July 2014. Due to a faulty circuit board, the transmissions in the affected vehicles may inadvertently shift to neutral without input from the driver.
Safety risk
If the transmission shifts to neutral, the driver will not be able to maintain speed or move the vehicle out of traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0018. Note: If the vehicle exhibits this problem, owners are advised to turn off the ignition and then restart the car which may allow the car to be driven out of harm's way.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V425000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.