Aston Martin Db12 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 2, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Aston Martin The Americas recalls 2024–2025 Aston Martin Db12, Dbx707, Vantage

Recall number

25V001000

Brand / firm

Aston Martin

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,452 units

Why it was recalled

An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What to do

The head unit software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-30-2015.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.