Recall 12V480 affects 169 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe vehicles for late tire-pressure warnings. Free TPMS software reprogramming at franchised Aston Martin dealers.
Aston Martin is recalling 169 2010-2012 V12 Vantage Coupe vehicles under recall 12V480 because the tire pressure warning light turns on only after the front tires are more than 25% below the recommended cold pressure. Underinflated tires can overload, overheat, and fail, which raises the risk of a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tire pressure monitoring system on the 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe watches tire pressure and turns on a dashboard warning light when a tire is too low. Its job is to alert the driver before underinflation becomes hard to see from the outside. On these cars, that warning depends on the sensors, control logic, and instrument-panel light working at the right pressure threshold.
The defect is in when the warning light comes on. For the front tires, the low tire pressure light does not illuminate until pressure is more than 25% below the recommended cold tire pressure. That means the system waits too long before warning the driver that a front tire is underinflated. The recall is tied to the tire pressure monitoring system, not to the tire itself.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the missing or delayed dashboard warning, so an owner will not get the intended low-pressure alert at the proper point.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2010, 2011, and 2012 model years for the V12 Vantage Coupe, all tied to the tire pressure monitoring system.
| 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | tire |
|---|---|
| 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | tire |
| 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | tire |
| Units affected | 169 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
Underinflated tires can overload and overheat, leading to tire failure and increasing the risk of a crash. Until the repair is completed, keep the tires inflated to the pressure shown on the vehicle placard and schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Aston Martin dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe is included in this recall.
- Watch for Aston Martin's owner notice if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Aston Martin dealer.
- Schedule the free tire-pressure-monitoring software reprogramming that fixes the late low-pressure warning light.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 12V480 when you call.
- Check tire pressure manually and keep the front tires at the recommended cold pressure until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The source describes a software remedy, not a parts replacement. Once the remedy opens for this campaign, an Aston Martin technician reprograms the tire pressure monitoring system software so the warning light follows the required low pressure threshold. The dealer repair will be free once available. Ask the Aston Martin service desk to confirm the campaign by VIN and to note that the work is TPMS software reprogramming, not tire replacement.
Timeline
| October 2, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 12, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V480?
Recall 12V480 covers 169 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe vehicles with tire pressure monitoring software that lets front tire pressure fall more than 25% below the recommended cold pressure before the warning light turns on. Aston Martin dealers reprogram the system for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 12V480. If it is, contact a franchised Aston Martin dealer and ask for the tire pressure monitoring system software reprogramming. Reference recall number 12V480 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Aston Martin's remedy says dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring system software free of charge at a franchised Aston Martin dealer.
What is the safety risk?
Underinflated front tires can overload and overheat. That raises the risk of tire failure and a crash before the tire pressure warning light gives the driver enough notice. Until the repair is complete, check tire pressure manually and keep it at the recommended cold pressure.
When were Aston Martin owners notified?
Aston Martin mailed owner notices on February 12, 2013. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact an Aston Martin dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V480000 |
|---|---|
| Aston Martin customer service | 1-888-923-9988 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V480 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V480000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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