The Aston Martin V12 spans 1995–2026 with 5 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers up to 18 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Aston Martin V12 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1995 to 2026 across multiple generations.
Decode or check a Aston Martin V12 by VIN
Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Aston Martin V12 — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
How to read a Aston Martin V12 VIN — every digit explained
Every Aston Martin V12 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
- VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this V12.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Model-year code (10th digit)
The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:
Where to find your V12 VIN
- Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
- Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
- Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
- Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.
How many recalls does the Aston Martin V12 have?
The Aston Martin V12 has 5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2005 Aston Martin V12 recalls 1
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.
Risk. A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
2004 Aston Martin V12 recalls 1
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.
Risk. A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
2003 Aston Martin V12 recalls 1
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.
Risk. A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
2002 Aston Martin V12 recalls 1
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.
Risk. A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
2001 Aston Martin V12 recalls 1
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the throttle pedal assembly can become displaced from its housing.
Risk. A driver could experience loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the throttle pedals. The recall began on december 23, 2004. Owners should contact aston martin at 201-818-8352.
Best and worst years for the Aston Martin V12
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin V12 — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.
What are the most common Aston Martin V12 problems?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Aston Martin V12 — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Aston Martin V12 specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Aston Martin V12. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.
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How the V12's size changed by generation:
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 178″ | 78″ | 50″ | 106″ | 3,957 lb |
| 2011–2017 | 172″ | 74″ | 50″ | 102″ | 3,594 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Aston Martin V12 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the V12 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 78 cu ft of passenger volume and 9 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Aston Martin V12 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Aston Martin V12 get?
The Aston Martin V12 returns up to 18 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine. Pick an engine to see its city / highway / combined rating by year:
| Year | City | Highway | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 V12 | 13 | 19 | 15 | 3.2L 6-cyl |
| 1998 V12 | 13 | 19 | 15 | 3.2L 6-cyl |
| Year | City | Highway | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 V12 | 10 | 17 | 12 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2002 V12 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2003 V12 | 10 | 17 | 12 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2004 V12 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2005 V12 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2006 V12 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2007 V12 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2008 V12 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2009 V12 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2010 V12 | 13 | 20 | 15 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2011 V12 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2012 V12 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2013 V12 | 13 | 19 | 15 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2014 V12 | 13 | 19 | 15 | 5.9L 12-cyl |
| 2015 V12 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 6L 12-cyl |
| 2016 V12 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 6L 12-cyl |
| 2017 V12 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 6L 12-cyl |
| 2018 V12 | 15 | 21 | 17 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2019 V12 | 15 | 22 | 18 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2020 V12 | 15 | 22 | 18 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2021 V12 | 15 | 22 | 18 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2022 V12 | 14 | 22 | 17 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2023 V12 | 14 | 22 | 17 | 5.2L 12-cyl |
| 2024 V12 | 15 | 22 | 17 | 4L 8-cyl |
| 2025 V12 | 15 | 22 | 17 | 4L 8-cyl |
| 2026 V12 | 15 | 22 | 17 | 4L 8-cyl |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov — best combined rating per engine & year. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
What engines does the Aston Martin V12 have? Power & range
The Aston Martin V12 is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.2L 6-cyl, 4L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.2L · 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | RWD | Premium |
| V8 | 4.0L · 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Aston Martin V12 cost to own?
A Aston Martin V12 depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | — | — |
| Year 2 | 70% | — | — |
| Year 3 | 61% | — | — |
| Year 4 | 53% | — | — |
| Year 5 | 46% | — | — |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this V12 loses about 54% of its value over five years.
- Fuel — ≈ $21,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the V12 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Aston Martin V12 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the V12 yet.
How many miles does a Aston Martin V12 last?
A well-maintained Aston Martin V12 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Decode your Aston Martin V12’s window sticker & build
Original options, specs, recalls and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Decode VIN →All Aston Martin V12 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Aston Martin V12 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2025 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2024 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2023 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2022 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2021 V12 | 0 | 18 mpg | — |
| 2020 V12 | 0 | 18 mpg | — |
| 2019 V12 | 0 | 18 mpg | — |
| 2018 V12 | 0 | 17 mpg | — |
| 2017 V12 | 0 | 14 mpg | — |
| 2016 V12 | 0 | 14 mpg | — |
| 2015 V12 | 0 | 14 mpg | — |
| 2014 V12 | 0 | 15 mpg | — |
| 2013 V12 | 0 | 15 mpg | — |
| 2012 V12 | 0 | 13 mpg | — |
| 2011 V12 | 0 | 13 mpg | — |
| 2010 V12 | 0 | 15 mpg | — |
| 2009 V12 | 0 | 14 mpg | — |
| 2008 V12 | 0 | 13 mpg | — |
| 2007 V12 | 0 | 13 mpg | — |
| 2006 V12 | 0 | 12 mpg | — |
| 2005 V12 | 1 recall | 12 mpg | — |
| 2004 V12 | 1 recall | 13 mpg | — |
| 2003 V12 | 1 recall | 12 mpg | — |
| 2002 V12 | 1 recall | 13 mpg | — |
| 2001 V12 | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2000 V12 | 0 | 12 mpg | — |
| 1999 V12 | 0 | — | — |
| 1998 V12 | 0 | 15 mpg | — |
| 1997 V12 | 0 | 15 mpg | — |
| 1996 V12 | 0 | — | — |
| 1995 V12 | 0 | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the V12?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin V12.
How many recalls does the V12 have?
5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
What MPG does the V12 get?
Up to 18 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a V12 last?
A well-maintained V12 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the V12 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the V12 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Aston Martin V12 warranty?
New Aston Martin models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Aston Martin dealer.
Where is the Aston Martin V12 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your V12's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Aston Martin may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the V12 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.