Recall 14V753 covers 7,256 certain 2006-2014 Aston Martin vehicles for seat-heater control failure. Repair is free at any franchised Aston Martin dealer.
Aston Martin is recalling 7,256 2006-2014 DB9, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage Coupe, Dbs, and Virage vehicles because a seat-heater control module can fail and leave the driver or front passenger heater stuck on. The seat can overheat and smolder, which increases injury risk for the occupant, and Aston Martin dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seat heater system in affected 2006-2014 Aston Martin DB9, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage Coupe, Dbs, and Virage vehicles uses heating elements in the driver and front passenger seats. An electronic control module and wiring circuit switch power to those heaters, then shut the heaters off when the system is turned off. That control matters because the seat heater sits directly under the seat trim and occupant.
On these vehicles, the control circuit and wiring for the front seat heaters can fail in a way that leaves the heaters powered. If the electronic control module no longer shuts the heater down, the seat keeps heating after the driver or passenger expects it to stop. Aston Martin reported overheating and smoldering in related seat heater malfunctions.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the seat feels hotter than normal or stays warm after the switch is off, treat that as a problem with the heater control system and stop using the seat heater until the recall repair is complete.
Who's affected?
Spans five Aston Martin model lines across the 2006-2014 model years, all with the same seat heater and cooler assembly.
| 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2011 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2010 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2013 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2014 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2012 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2009 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2007 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2009 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2006 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2013 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2014 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | seat assembly |
| 2014 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2013 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2014 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2007 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2008 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2012 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2013 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | seat assembly |
| 2008 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Coupe | seat assembly |
| 2007 Aston Martin Dbs | seat assembly |
| 2006 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2008 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2009 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2010 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 7,256 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat heater control module fails, the heater can become hot enough for areas of the seat to overheat and smolder, increasing injury risk to the occupant. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Aston Martin dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2014 Aston Martin DB9, Dbs, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage Coupe, or Virage is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Aston Martin dealer to schedule the free seat-heater control-module add-on that interrupts heater power if the control module fails.
- Bring the recall notice if Aston Martin mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V753 and Aston Martin recall RA-01-0019 when you call.
- Avoid using the driver or front passenger seat heaters until the dealer completes the repair.
- Call Aston Martin Customer Service at 1-888-923-9988 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Aston Martin technician installs a seat heater modification kit on the two front seats. The added module lets the circuit interrupt power to the seat heaters if the seat heater electronic control module fails, so the heaters are not left powered when they should be off. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer repair is free.
Timeline
| November 25, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V753?
Recall 14V753 covers 7,256 2006-2014 Aston Martin DB9, Dbs, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage Coupe, and Virage vehicles with seat-heater control modules that can fail. If the module fails, the seat heater can stay on, overheat the seat, and increase injury risk to the occupant.
What should I do if my 2006-2014 Aston Martin DB9, Dbs, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage Coupe, or Virage is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Aston Martin is included in recall 14V753. If it is, contact a franchised Aston Martin dealer to schedule the seat-heater circuit module repair. Reference recall number 14V753 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Aston Martin dealers install the additional seat-heater circuit module free of charge. Aston Martin lists its internal recall number as RA-01-0019 and Customer Service at 1-888-923-9988.
Is it safe to drive with this Aston Martin seat-heater recall?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is tied to the seat heater overheating if its control module fails, which can cause the seat to smolder and injure the occupant. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the seat heaters.
What if I bought my Aston Martin used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor open safety recalls regardless of ownership history. If you never received the January 2015 owner notice, check your VIN, then call an Aston Martin dealer with recall number 14V753.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V753000 |
|---|---|
| Aston Martin customer service | 1-888-923-9988 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V753 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V753000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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