NHTSA Recall 17V796000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Aston Martin The Americas reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,493 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Aston Martin DB9.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V796000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RA-07-0028 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | December 11, 2017 |
| Owner notification | February 5, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
Safety risk
If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0028.
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 17V796000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Aston Martin DB9 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Aston Martin DBS | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Aston Martin Rapide | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Aston Martin Vanquish | 2014 |
| Aston Martin Virage | 2012 |
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.