2013 Aston Martin DB9: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Aston Martin DB9: 5 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
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Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #13V228000 · 2013 · 689 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm May break.
Why it matters: If the throttle pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #14V010000 · 2014 · 5,001 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm May break.
Why it matters: If the accelerator pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assemblies. The recall began on February 11, 2014.
Seats Vehicle recall #14V753000 · 2014 · 7,256 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the electronic control module for the driver and front passenger seat heaters May fail, preventing the seat heaters from being able to be turned off.
Why it matters: If the electronic control module fails, the seat heater could get hot enough that areas of the seat May overheat and smolder, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional module to the circuit that can interrupt the power to the seat heaters in case the electronic control module for the seat heaters fails, free of charge. The recall began in January 2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #15V846000 · 2015 · 6,076 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door unlocking mechanisms that May not function when the vehicle has been locked from the outside. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Why it matters: If the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they May be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will disable the double locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2016.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #17V796000 · 2017 · 3,493 vehicles
What's wrong: A communication error between the engine control module (ECM) and the transmission control module (tcm) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
Why it matters: If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle May unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the tcm software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Aston Martin DB9 so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.9 L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Aston Martin DB9 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Aston Martin DB9. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Aston Martin DB9 get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (5.9 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Aston Martin DB9 repair manual?
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