recall information
Recall number
REC-003821
PRA number
2018/16551
Campaign number
RA-01-1048 & QN-01-1048
Original published date
make and model information
Make
ASTON MARTIN
Model
DB11
Affected units
91
Identifying features
see attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Inadvertent deployment of the driver's airbag may occur on affected vehicles if there is an electrostatic discharge (ESD) combined with a damaged steering column control module clock spring and an insufficient grounding of the steering column upper. The driver will be alerted to a potential fault by the airbag warning in the instrument cluster and an additional warning message.
What are the hazards?
An inadvertent deployment of the driver’s airbag may cause injury to the driver and may increase the risk of a crash.
What should consumers do?
Affected owners will be contacted by direct mail. Owners will be advised to contact their nearest Aston Martin dealer to arrange the repair of the vehicle.
Supplier details
Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
