Applies to
DB9 (2004-2016), DBS (2007-2012), Rapide (2010-2012), Virage (2011-2012).
VIN applicability: Confirm the VIN, model variant and applicable procedure with Aston Martin; a catalogue model link does not mean every vehicle is affected.
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
Correct installation of rear lamp assemblies. one of the two rear lamp assemblies is removed, you must make sure the assembly is installed correctly (refer to applicable workshop mnul procedure 17.03.aa or 17.03.ab).
Aston Martin's repair
The original document below contains the factory procedure. Confirm the model variant and VIN before arranging work.
Factory document
Factory document
SB-17-0422
Correct Installation of Rear Lamp Assemblies
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Sources and evidence
Confirmed factory information
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Factory model field: DB9, DBS, Rapide, Vantage and Virage. 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.
Applicability review (2026-10-07): The factory model field expressly names Rapide and Virage. This general family reference is not used to assign every named derivative.
- Aston Martin: SB-17-0422, Correct Installation of Rear Lamp Assemblies.
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