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Aston Martin DB7 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint for the Aston Martin DB7, covering model years 1996 to 2003. Air Bags is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 6 recall campaigns on file
  • 1 owner complaint (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 7 model years with data (1996–2003)
  • top component: Air Bags (1 complaint)
  • latest recall 03V122000 (reported Mar 26, 2003)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Aston Martin DB7 complaints by model year

1 model year · NHTSA complaints

All 1 complaints are for the 2000 model year.

Aston Martin DB7 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Aston Martin DB7 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200010000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Aston Martin DB7 components

top 4 · NHTSA categories

Air Bags is the component named most often, in 1 complaint (100.0% of all 1), followed by Equipment (1) and Seat Belts (1).

Components named most often in Aston Martin DB7 complaints (top 4)
Components named most often in Aston Martin DB7 complaints (top 4)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Air Bags1100.0%
Equipment1100.0%
Seat Belts1100.0%
Suspension1100.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Aston Martin DB7 recalls

6 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name DB7, newest first. The 6 campaigns cover model years 1996 to 2003. The 2000 model year appears in the most campaigns (4).

  • 6 recall campaigns
Aston Martin DB7 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1996: 1 campaign1997: 3 campaigns1998: 1 campaign1999: no campaigns
2000: 4 campaigns2001: 3 campaigns2002: 1 campaign2003: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 03V122000

    Reported

    Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections

    Model years 2000–2003

    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.

    Consequence:
    This could increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

  2. NHTSA campaign 01V110000

    Reported

    Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

    Model years 1996–1998, 2000–2001

    Vehicle description: six cylinder and twelve cylinder variants. The steering column lighting switch gear has the potential to trap wires, leading to a partial loss of lighting functionality.

    Consequence:
    Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the switch gear assembly. Owner notification began July 12, 2001. 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 201-818-8352.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

  3. NHTSA campaign 00V300000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    Model years 2000–2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine can start up on six of the twelve cylinders. This is due to one of the two powertrain control modules not operating with its design specification. This condition will be evident by a lack of engine power and or smoke from the exhaust tail pipe.

    Consequence:
    If the engine continues to run in this condition, it could result in damage to the exhaust catalyst due to overheating.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace both powertrain control modules with recalibrated programs.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

  4. NHTSA campaign 00V011000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages

    Model year 2000

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The welds securing the front damper lower mounting bracket could be inadequate resulting in separation of the bracket.

    Consequence:
    The separated bracket could displace the damper, and limit steering action.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the front damper lower mounting bracket.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

  5. NHTSA campaign 96V242000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front › Warning Light/Devices

    Model year 1997

    The front seat belt warning chime does not sound with the seat belt unbuckled.

    Consequence:
    The seat belt warning chime is to remind occupants to fasten their seat belts.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will fit new seat belt buckles with properly configured wiring.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

  6. NHTSA campaign 96V241000

    Reported

    Unknown or Other

    Model year 1997

    The low brake fluid level warning lamp does not illuminate during the ignition on, bulb test period.

    Consequence:
    The intended purpose of the test is to provide the owner with a periodic check of the low brake fluid level warning lamp.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will modify the instrument pack wiring.

    Filed by Aston Martin The Americas

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Aston Martin DB7 questions

4 questions

How many recalls does the Aston Martin DB7 have?

NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recall campaigns for the Aston Martin DB7, covering model years 1996 to 2003. The most recent, 03V122000, was reported on March 26, 2003 and is filed under “Steering”. The 2000 model year is covered by the most campaigns (4).

What is the most common Aston Martin DB7 complaint?

Air Bags is the component named most often: 1 complaint, or 100.0% of all 1. Equipment (1) and Seat Belts (1) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Aston Martin DB7?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Aston Martin dealer.

How many Aston Martin DB7 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 1 complaint, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.