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Aston Martin V12 Vantage S problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every V12 Vantage S from 2017 to 2017: 1 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 1 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (1). Best fuel economy: 14 mpg combined (2017).

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S
Photo: Mr.choppers · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Exterior lights1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20170114

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (1).

How many recalls has the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S had?

Across 2017–2017, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).