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1996 Aston Martin DB7: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 1996 Aston Martin DB7: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
1996 Aston Martin DB7
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Steering Vehicle recall #01V110000 · 2001 · 3,238 vehicles

What's wrong: The steering column lighting switch gear has the potential to trap wires, leading to a partial loss of lighting functionality.

Why it matters: Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

The fix: Dealers will replace the switch gear assembly. Owner notification began July 12, 2001.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Aston Martin DB7 so far.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1996 Aston Martin DB7.

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FAQ

Does the 1996 Aston Martin DB7 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1996 Aston Martin DB7. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Where can I get a 1996 Aston Martin DB7 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other DB7 years

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