Park pawl may not engage, allowing vehicle to move
Defect Summary
Aston martin the americas (aston martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 db9, 2009-2012 dbs, 2010-2015 rapide, 2012 virage, and 2014 vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-speed touchtronic ii automatic transmission. a communication error between the engine control module (ecm) and the transmission control module (tcm) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
Safety Consequence
If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the tcm software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 1, 2018. owners may contact aston martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. aston martin's number for this recall is ra-07-0028.
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FAQ: Recall 17V796000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V796000?
NHTSA recall 17V796000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on December 11, 2017. It addresses: Park pawl may not engage, allowing vehicle to move. The recall affects approximately 3,493 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V796000 or the manufacturer campaign number RA-07-0028. 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.