NHTSA Recall 25V001000: Display function (back over prevention) and software (back over prevention)
Aston Martin The Americas reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,452 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Aston Martin DB12.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V001000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RA-30-2015 |
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › DISPLAY FUNCTION; BACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | January 2, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
The head unit software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-30-2015.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V001000
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.