1997 Aston Martin DB7
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1997 Aston Martin DB7. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
The low brake fluid level warning lamp does not illuminate during the ignition on, bulb test period.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
The front seat belt warning chime does not sound with the seat belt unbuckled.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10226734Phased Launch of Bosch MTS 6531 VCI Unit
- 10183740We have introduced a new special tool 43-28335 Docking Station Bezel Release Tool.
- 10183737The reason for this policy letter is to give you information that was not available before, when body repair policy BPL-01-0021 "Change of Paint Supplier" was published.
- 10171855Crankshaft Sensor - High RPM Test
- 10165858Welcome to Technical Hub V2
- 10165856Customer Handover Checklist
- 10161683Recommended Engine Oils for V8 and V12 Naturally Aspirated Engines
- 10158158Welcome to Technical Hub
- 10158157The Introduction of Tech Hub and Spotlight
- 10154955Parts return requests PRRs
- 10154954Technical Assessments launched on the training academy
- 10154214Instructions for the ATEQ TPMS / RKE Tool
- 10146088Aftermarket dash camera questionnaire
- 10146087To inform about the changes we are making to Technical Training along with the introduction of the 3 tier Technician grading system
- 10146082Deployable Spoiler wear inspection - annual check required.
- 10145035Introduction of a remanufactured long-block V8 engine
- 10145034EPDR Submission process update to existing SPL-30-0458
- 101295432018 Technical Training Update.
- 10129542New electrical content and HTML5 upgrade for Cortona 3D content on the dealer communication system (DCS).
- 10129541Client Services Department Team Update.
- 10129540Reminder to do OBD In-use Monitoring with AMDS.
- 10129536Procedure to repair the door latch assembly.
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