Applies to
DB9 (2004-2016).
VIN applicability: A04048 - B04296.
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
On certain passenger vehicles, when a load is applied on the parking interlock system, the locking cone, which is part of the parking pawl system, may create an indentation on an unhardened guide plate at the cone contact area. an indentation may also result in a raised edge towards the locking cone guide channel which may hinder the locking cone from reaching its end position.
Aston Martin's repair
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL GLIDE PLATE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON DECEMBER 23, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ASTON MARTIN AT 201-818-8328.
Factory document
Factory document
SAR011
ZF Automatic Transmission - Parking Pawl Glide Plate
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Sources and evidence
Confirmed factory information
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Factory model field: DB9. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
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- Aston Martin: SAR011, ZF Automatic Transmission - Parking Pawl Glide Plate.
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