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2021 Aston Martin DBX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Aston Martin DBX — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

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Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

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Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other DBX years?

DBX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted1 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 1 complaints2026: 0 complaints
DBX NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Aston Martin DBX have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V200000SuspensionMarch 29, 2026 · 3,937 units

Defect

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2026 DBX S, 2023-2026 DBX707, and 2021-2024 DBX vehicles. The pin for the torque reaction link may slide out of the rear lower suspension arm, causing the rear lower suspension arm casting to crack or shear.

Consequence

Failure of the rear lower suspension arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, damage the brake line or other suspension components, and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Aston Martin will inspect the lower rear suspension arms for cracks, and as necessary, replace the lower rear arms, and replace the bolts for the torque reaction links, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2026. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-41-2086. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

24V255000Electrical SystemApril 5, 2024 · 2,902 units

Defect

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2021-2024 DBX vehicles. Electrical cables in the battery fuse box may be loose, which can result in an engine stall, or a loss of headlights and/or power steering.

Consequence

An engine stall or loss of headlights and/or power steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuses and cables for damage and replace them as necessary. In addition, the fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-63-1832.

24V248000TransmissionApril 3, 2024 · 10 units

Defect

Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2021 DBX vehicles. The fasteners for the front propeller shaft and front differential may be loose, which can result in a loss of front wheel drive or an engine stall.

Consequence

A loss of front wheel drive or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fasteners, and tighten them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-51-1928.

20V784000Body & StructureDecember 16, 2020 · 151 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

The missing foam blocks can increase the risk of injury to unbelted occupants in the event of a crash.

Remedy

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.

2021 Aston Martin DBX — common questions

Is the 2021 Aston Martin DBX reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Aston Martin DBX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Aston Martin DBX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.