Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V538000 Reported November 9, 2004

Aston martin/pedal failure

Aston Martin The Americas · Vehicle Speed Control · 1,558 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V538000
Manufacturer Campaign
SAR 009
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
1,558
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 9, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.

Safety Consequence

A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. the recall began on december 23, 2004. owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference recall ID 04V538000 or campaign SAR 009.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V538000

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

What is recall 04V538000?

NHTSA recall 04V538000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on November 9, 2004. It addresses: Aston martin/pedal failure. The recall affects approximately 1,558 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V538000 or the manufacturer campaign number SAR 009. 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.