The most-reported DB9 run is SCFAD01A37G (2007 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 27% of reports; NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for DB9 model years 2005–2016.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Aston Martin DB9 has 9 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 56% of every DB9 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCFAD01A37G•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| SCFBB03B97G•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| SCFAB01A37G•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| SCFAD02AX7G•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| SCFAD01E79G•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SCFAB01E89G•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SCFFDABMXEG•••••• | 2014 | — | 1 | |
| SCFFDAEM8FG•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| SCFFDAEM0FG•••••• | 2015 | — | — |
ForCar has checked 10 DB9 VINs so far, most often 2005, 2016, 2014 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 4 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2007 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 2007 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 27% of everything Aston Martin DB9 owners report: Electrical System, 4 of 9 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | — | |
| Gasoline | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | — | |
| Visibility | — | — | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Parking Brake | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 9 recall campaigns on the Aston Martin DB9; the 6 below cover build years 2005 to 2016. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 14V753000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2006–2014 |
| 17V796000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | 2009–2016 |
| 15V846000 | Latches/locks/linkages | 2009–2015 |
| 14V010000 | Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal | 2008–2014 |
| 17V795000 | Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables | 2005–2009 |
| 13V228000 | Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal | 2012–2014 |
14V753000 was opened in 2014 on cars built from 2006: 8 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Aston Martin DB9 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 9 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (11.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Aston Martin DB9 share of that is 9 complaints over 9 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Aston Martin DB9 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 9 NHTSA complaints from 9 DB9 runs and 9 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which DB9 production run has the most complaints?
SCFAD01A37G, a 2007 build, with 1 complaints. The typical DB9 run has 1.
How many DB9 complaints involve a crash?
0% of 9 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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