2016 Aston Martin DB9 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2016 compare to other DB9 years?

DB9 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V796000TransmissionDecember 11, 2017 · 3,493 units

Defect

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.

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.

Remedy

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.

2016 Aston Martin DB9 — common questions

Is the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Aston Martin DB9. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2016 compare to other DB9 years?

Does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 have recalls?

2016 Aston Martin DB9 — common questions

Is the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 reliable?

Does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 have recalls?

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