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2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S: 0 recalls, 4 owner complaints and up to 16 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
4owner complaints
3mention a crash
16best combined mpg
2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S.

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Engine3
Speed control / throttle3
Brakes1
Transmission & drivetrain1
Airbags1
Electrical1
Other / unknown1
Body & structure1

What owners describe

The 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S has 4 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 5 V8 Vantage S model years for complaints (4.0× the average V8 Vantage S year).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
4.7 L 8-cylAutomatic (AM7)Rear-Wheel Drive142116Premium
4.7 L 8-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive131915Premium

FAQ

Does the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S problems?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (3), speed control / throttle (3), brakes (1).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S get?

EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (4.7 L, Automatic (AM7)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2016 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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