2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage: 7 recalls, 1 owner complaint and up to 16 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #13V228000 · 2013 · 689 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm May break.
Why it matters: If the throttle pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal assemblies. The recall began July 19, 2013.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #14V010000 · 2014 · 5,001 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm May break.
Why it matters: If the accelerator pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assemblies. The recall began on February 11, 2014.
Seats Vehicle recall #14V753000 · 2014 · 7,256 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the electronic control module for the driver and front passenger seat heaters May fail, preventing the seat heaters from being able to be turned off.
Why it matters: If the electronic control module fails, the seat heater could get hot enough that areas of the seat May overheat and smolder, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional module to the circuit that can interrupt the power to the seat heaters in case the electronic control module for the seat heaters fails, free of charge. The recall began in January 2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #15V846000 · 2015 · 6,076 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door unlocking mechanisms that May not function when the vehicle has been locked from the outside. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Why it matters: If the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they May be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will disable the double locking feature by reprogramming the software, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2016.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #17V390000 · 2017 · 6 vehicles
What's wrong: A connector for the transmission fluid lines May break resulting in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Why it matters: The loss of hydraulic fluid May prevent the vehicle from shifting out of the gear that it is in. Additionally, if the vehicle is being driven when the fluid level significantly drops, the transmission May shift to an emergency neutral as the vehicle comes to a stop. If the driver ignores the dash…
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch pipe, connector assembly, and related brackets, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2017.
Transmission & drivetrain, Electrical Vehicle recall #17V389000 · 2017 · 315 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles received updated transmission and engine control software which May conflict with the pre-existing clutch settings and May cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or enable clutch protection mode which give abrupt gear shifts.
Why it matters: If the transmission shifts into neutral or does not operate as intended, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall clutch system software, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2017.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #17V391000 · 2017 · 179 vehicles
What's wrong: A connector for the clutch fluid line May break, resulting in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Why it matters: The loss of hydraulic fluid May prevent the vehicle from shifting out of the gear that it is in. Additionally, if the vehicle is being driven when the fluid level significantly drops, the transmission May shift to an emergency neutral as the vehicle comes to a stop. If the driver ignores the dash…
The fix: Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will install a support bracket to hold pipe securely in position, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Exterior lights (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has 1 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 11 V8 Vantage model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 1). Neighboring years: 2011 (1 complaints, 5 recalls), 2013 (0 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Premium |
| 4.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 21 | 16 | Premium |
| 4.7 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lights (1).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (4.7 L, Automatic (AM6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage repair manual?
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