Aston Martin · 2011-2012
Virage
Known issues.
Verified campaign coverage for this version, with affected build conditions and original sources. Campaign eligibility remains VIN- and market-specific.
What to watch forLiving with the Virage
Ownership snapshot
Confirm the 2011–2012 build specification, inspect carbon-ceramic discs and review completion of applicable pedal, seat-heater and transmission campaigns.
What to watch for
1 issues01Front-seat heater control campaign
The seat-heater control module can fail so that the front-seat heaters cannot be switched off, creating excessive heat.
Certain 2012 Virage vehicles within the manufacturer’s July 2006–November 2014 build scope; verify campaign eligibility by VIN.
Front-seat heater control campaign
The seat-heater control module can fail so that the front-seat heaters cannot be switched off, creating excessive heat.
Certain 2012 Virage vehicles within the manufacturer’s July 2006–November 2014 build scope; verify campaign eligibility by VIN.
- Driveability
- If control or safety behaviour changes, stop using the vehicle and obtain authorised assistance. Do not rely on the absence of a warning to establish campaign completion.
- DIY or specialist
- Dealer campaign; no owner repair procedure
Early warning signs
- Seat heating remains on when switched off
- Unexpected or excessive seat temperature
Likely root causes
- The electronic control module may fail without interrupting power to the seat heaters.
Typical cost context
- The cited US recall summary describes a no-charge dealer remedy for eligible vehicles. Confirm VIN, market and campaign coverage; this is not a price estimate for unrelated repairs.
Prevention
- Confirm completion of the dealer installation of the additional circuit-interrupting module.
- Obtain a written VIN campaign-status check and retain confirmation of completed work.
Sources
- RA-01-0019: Seat Heaters may Overheat — NHTSA manufacturer recall report; checked 2026-10-07.
- RA-01-0019: Seat Heaters may Overheat — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; checked 2026-10-07.
No matching issues
Try a different symptom or severity.
Severity reflects potential impact, not fault frequency. Diagnosis and regional labour rates affect the final repair cost.
Sources and research
No owner anecdote is presented as a factory-confirmed defect. Technical bulletins are assigned through explicit source evidence rather than family inheritance.
- Virage specification and model history — Aston Martin. Checked .
Frequently asked questions
Does an empty issue list mean there are no faults?
No. Limited production, reporting gaps and incomplete public documentation can limit the available evidence. Check the individual vehicle and VIN campaign record.
Do the family’s recalls automatically apply?
No. Factory model-year, equipment, transmission and VIN restrictions still apply to each derivative.