Applies to
V8 Vantage (2005-2017).
Variants: V8 Vantage with 6-Speed SportShift Transmission.
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 2012 V8 Vantage vehicles equipped with 6-speed Auto-Shift Manual (ASM) transmissions. A connector for the transmission fluid lines may break resulting in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Aston Martin's repair
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch pipe, connector assembly, and related brackets, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2017.
Factory document
Factory document
RA-07-0023
Connector failure on V8 Vantage 6-Speed SportShift Transmission
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Sources and evidence
Confirmed factory information
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Factory model field: V8 Vantage with 6-Speed SportShift Transmission. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
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- Aston Martin: RA-07-0023, Connector failure on V8 Vantage 6-Speed SportShift Transmission.
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