Aston Martin The Americas: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Aston Martin The Americas in 2013. See the detail of the recall below.

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May 29, 2013

(Campaign #: RA-03-0016)

Throttle Pedal Arm May Break

Aston Martin is recalling certain model year DB9, Virage, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage, and Rapide vehicles manufactured from May 14, 2012, through April 10, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm may break.

NHTSA ID: 13V228000

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

# of Units Affected: 689

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service by calling 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's recall number is RA-03-0016.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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