ASTON MARTIN DB7 UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2005/010 (59)

Manufacturer Reference

SAR 010

Defect

It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been assembled with two in-line rear brake pressure reducing valves installed to one of the rear brake lines instead of one valve in each rear brake line. This condition can cause the vehicle to pull slightly to one side under heavy braking efficiency however is maintained as the system is regulated by the ABS.

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and modify to one brake pressure reducing valve to each rear brake line.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2003/051 (62)

Manufacturer Reference

SAR 008

Defect

Power assisted steering high pressure flexible hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold and burn through leading to a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.

Remedy

Check the position of the high pressure hose in relation to the exhaust manifold. If the hose is touching the manifold or there is insufficient air gap fit a new high pressure hose and reposition and clip as specified.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/042 (1609)

Manufacturer Reference

SAR-007

Defect

The steering column lighting switchgear wires can potentially become trapped leading to partial loss of lighting functionality during operation.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured steering column switchgear assembly

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2000/106 (481)

Manufacturer Reference

sar006

Defect

A fault in the ignition software may result in misfiring and power loss on one bank of cylinders. This situation could also cause overheating of the exhaust catalyst.

Remedy

Affected Vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the power train control module.(PCM)

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2000/001 (358)

Manufacturer Reference

SAR-003

Defect

There is a possibility that the front damper lower mounting bracket may detach due to insufficient welding and displaced damper may restrict steering action.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and check that damper mounting bracket is butt welded on all three sides. If not replace bracket.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/1996/038 (139)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

Should the low brake fluid warning lamp bulb fail the bulb check facility is not enabled to check this condition.

Remedy

The affected vehicles are being recalled by the manufacturer for a minor wiring modification to the circuit concerned.