RA-01-1048: Install Steering Column Grounds

Applies to

DB11 (2016-2023).

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Issue and owner context

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DB11 V12 Coupe and DB11 V8 Coupe vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

Aston Martin's repair

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018.

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Sources and evidence

Confirmed factory information

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Factory model field: DB11. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.

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