Tire pressure monitoring system/fmvss 138
Defect Summary
Aston martin is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 v12 vantage coupe vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." on these vehicles, the low tire pressure warning light will not illuminate until the tire pressure in the front tires is more than 25% below the recommended cold tire pressure.
Safety Consequence
Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to tire failure and a possible crash.
Corrective Action
Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software for the tire pressure monitoring system free of charge. the manufacturer notification to owners on february 12, 2013. owners may contact aston martin at 1-888-923-9988.
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FAQ: Recall 12V480000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V480000?
NHTSA recall 12V480000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on October 2, 2012. It addresses: Tire pressure monitoring system/fmvss 138. The recall affects approximately 169 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V480000 or the manufacturer campaign number RA-19-0015. 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.