NHTSA Recall 17V389000: Power train and software (electrical system)
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 315 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V389000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RA-07-0022 |
| Components | POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | June 21, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 18, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles. The affected vehicles received updated transmission and engine control software which may conflict with the pre-existing clutch settings and may cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or enable clutch protection mode which give abrupt gear shifts.
Safety risk
If the transmission shifts into neutral or does not operate as intended, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-949-379-3100. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0022.
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 17V389000
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.