3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2001-04-09
Description
Vehicle description: six cylinder and twelve cylinder variants. The steering column lighting switch gear has the potential to trap wires, leading to a partial loss of lighting functionality.
Consequence
Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the switch gear assembly. Owner notification began july 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
Notes
Aston martin recall no. Sar007.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Posted on: 2000-10-19
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine can start up on six of the twelve cylinders. This is due to one of the two powertrain control modules not operating with its design specification. This condition will be evident by a lack of engine power and or smoke from the exhaust tail pipe.
Consequence
If the engine continues to run in this condition, it could result in damage to the exhaust catalyst due to overheating.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace both powertrain control modules with recalibrated programs.
Notes
Owner notification began october 18, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 1-201-818-8352.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Posted on: 2003-04-02
Description
On certain passenger vehicles,the power assisted steering high pressure flexible hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold. It is possible that the hose may scorch through resulting in a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.
Consequence
This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reposition the hose and replace the hose if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin during april 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 1-201-818-8352.
Notes
Aston martin recall no. Sar 008.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).