Aston Martin 2017–2018 Air Bags recall
Recalled January 19, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18V065000 · Aston Martin
Hazard
If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Remedy
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.
Units
1,027 units
Description
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DB11 V12 Coupe and DB11 V8 Coupe vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.
What to do
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.
Product
Aston Martin DB11
Manufacturer(s)
Aston Martin The Americas
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →