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Aston Martin Rapide problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Rapide from 2010 to 2016: 1 owner complaints and 19 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (1). Best fuel economy: 17 mpg combined (2016).

Aston Martin Rapide
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Fuel system1
Electrical1
Engine1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20103015
20113015
20124115
201330–
20143015
20152017
20161017

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Aston Martin Rapide?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (1).

How many recalls has the Aston Martin Rapide had?

Across 2010–2016, NHTSA lists 19 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).