Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V122000 Reported March 26, 2003

Aston martin/power steering hose

Q: What is recall 03V122000?

NHTSA recall 03V122000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on March 26, 2003. It addresses: Aston martin/power steering hose. The recall affects approximately 1,145 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Aston Martin The Americas · Steering · 1,145 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V122000

Manufacturer Campaign

SAR 008

Manufacturer

Aston Martin The Americas

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

1,145

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 26, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles,the power assisted steering high pressure flexible hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold. it is possible that the hose may scorch through resulting in a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.

Safety Consequence

This could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reposition the hose and replace the hose if necessary. owner notification is expected to begin during april 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aston martin at 1-201-818-8352.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference recall ID 03V122000 or campaign SAR 008.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03V122000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V122000?

NHTSA recall 03V122000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on March 26, 2003. It addresses: Aston martin/power steering hose. The recall affects approximately 1,145 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V122000 or the manufacturer campaign number SAR 008. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.