Applies to
V8 Vantage (2005-2017).
Variants: V8 Vantage and V8 Vantage S.
VIN applicability: Refer to the separately published list of VINs.
Years beside model names identify production generations, not confirmed affected years. For a specific car, confirm the VIN with Aston Martin or an authorised specialist. Do not assume every vehicle in the model family is affected.
Issue and owner context
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2011-2012 V8 Vantage vehicles. The affected vehicles received updated transmission and engine control software which may conflict with the pre-existing clutch settings and may cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or enable clutch protection mode which give abrupt gear shifts.
Aston Martin's repair
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017.
Factory document
Factory document
RA-07-0022
Transmission Software Update for the V8 Vantage with 7-Speed Sportshift II Transmission
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Sources and evidence
Confirmed factory information
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Factory model field: V8 Vantage and V8 Vantage S. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
The original source PDF is preserved unchanged. Catalogue years identify model generations, not a confirmed affected-year or VIN range.
- Aston Martin: RA-07-0022, Transmission Software Update for the V8 Vantage with 7-Speed Sportshift II Transmission.
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