ASTON MARTIN V12 Vanquish and V12 Vanquish S Recall
Possibility that throttle control may be lost
ASTON MARTIN announced a problem with the V12 Vanquish and V12 Vanquish S affecting a total of 473 vehicles.
The electronic throttle pedal assembly cross shaft can become displaced from its housing following involuntary displacement of an ultrasonically domed head (LHS end). This is designed to keep the cross shaft in place along with a secondary retaining cross pin at the opposite side of the housing. With the cross shaft displaced, throttle control is lost. If ignored, a failed cross shaft would lead to loss of throttle control whilst driving. Vehicles built from 11/10/2001 to 11/09/2004 are at risk.
The following remedial action is necessary to address this problem. Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled, at which time the throttle assembly will be checked for compliance with specification. Should a non-compliance be identified, the throttle pedal assembly will be replaced.
Vehicles with the following identification numbers are affected:
If you think that your vehicle may be affected by this recall you should
find your nearest ASTON MARTIN dealer
who will be able to confirm whether or not your car is safe and arrange its free repair if necessary.
Source: UK Government's Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).
