VOLANTE
Data · NHTSA & EPA
1995–2026 · 32 model years
Updated Jun 21, 2026
4.5 ★★★★★★★★★★ ForCar Score

Aston Martin Volante — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Everything on the Aston Martin Volante — 5 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Quick answer

The Aston Martin Volante spans 1995–2026 with 5 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.

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1995–2026
Years
5
Recalls
Top MPG
—★
NHTSA
0
Complaints
4.5/5
★★★★★★★★★★
ForCar Reliability Score
Our editorial rating · 32 model years
Safety (NHTSA)3.5
Recall record4.9
Complaint severity5.0

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 Volante is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1995 to 2026 across multiple generations.

VIN

Decode or check a Aston Martin Volante by VIN

Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Aston Martin Volante — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.

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How to read a Aston Martin Volante VIN — every digit explained

Every Aston Martin Volante 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.

1–3 · WMI4T1
4–8 · VDSBF1FK
9 · Check5
10 · YearH
11 · PlantU
12–17 · Serial123456
  • 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 Volante.
  • 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:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your Volante 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 Volante have?

The Aston Martin Volante has 5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2001 Aston Martin Volante recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar01V110000

What's wrong. 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. Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

Fix. 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.

2000 Aston Martin Volante recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar01V110000

What's wrong. 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. Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

Fix. 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.

1998 Aston Martin Volante recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar01V110000

What's wrong. 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. Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

Fix. 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.

1997 Aston Martin Volante recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar01V110000

What's wrong. 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. Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

Fix. 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.

1996 Aston Martin Volante recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar01V110000

What's wrong. 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. Depending on which wires are trapped, the loss of lighting function can vary.

Fix. 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.

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Best and worst years for the Aston Martin Volante

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Volante — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.

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What are the most common Aston Martin Volante problems?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Aston Martin Volante — 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 Volante specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Aston Martin Volante. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.

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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Aston Martin Volante cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Volante holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

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 Volante 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.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

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.

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What MPG does the Aston Martin Volante get?

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What engines does the Aston Martin Volante have? Power & range

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How much does a Aston Martin Volante cost to own?

A Aston Martin Volante 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.

80%
Value @ 1 yr
61%
Value @ 3 yrs
46%
Value @ 5 yrs
Est. 5-yr fuel
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 180%
Year 270%
Year 361%
Year 453%
Year 546%

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Volante loses about 54% of its value over five years.
  • Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Volante 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 Volante safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Volante yet.

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How many miles does a Aston Martin Volante last?

A well-maintained Aston Martin Volante 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.

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All Aston Martin Volante model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Aston Martin Volante — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 Volante 0
2025 Volante 0
2024 Volante 0
2023 Volante 0
2022 Volante 0
2021 Volante 0
2020 Volante 0
2019 Volante 0
2018 Volante 0
2017 Volante 0
2016 Volante 0
2015 Volante 0
2014 Volante 0
2013 Volante 0
2012 Volante 0
2011 Volante 0
2010 Volante 0
2009 Volante 0
2008 Volante 0
2007 Volante 0
2006 Volante 0
2005 Volante 0
2004 Volante 0
2003 Volante 0
2002 Volante 0
2001 Volante 1 recall
2000 Volante 1 recall
1999 Volante 0
1998 Volante 1 recall
1997 Volante 1 recall
1996 Volante 1 recall
1995 Volante 0

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Volante?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Volante.

How many recalls does the Volante have?

5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

How many miles does a Volante last?

A well-maintained Volante typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Volante reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Volante is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the Aston Martin Volante 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 Volante made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Volante'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 Volante 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.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jun 2026. — ForCar Editorial
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