Vehicles assembled without headliner foam blocks
Defect Summary
Aston martin the americas (aston martin) is recalling certain 2021 dbx vehicles. the vehicles were incorrectly built without headliner foam blocks. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Safety Consequence
The missing foam blocks can increase the risk of injury to unbelted occupants in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Aston martin will notify owners, and dealers will install the headliner foam blocks, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 31, 2021. owners may contact aston martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. aston martin's number for this recall is ra-30-1471.
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FAQ: Recall 20V784000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V784000?
NHTSA recall 20V784000 was issued by Aston Martin The Americas on December 16, 2020. It addresses: Vehicles assembled without headliner foam blocks. The recall affects approximately 151 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Aston Martin The Americas dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V784000 or the manufacturer campaign number RA-30-1471. 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.