Model year
2006 Aston Martin DB9
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 0 complaints for the 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 12–13 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $6,300–$6,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2005 0 complaints
- 2006 0 complaints
- 2007 4 complaints
- 2008 0 complaints
- 2009 2 complaints
- 2010 0 complaints
- 2011 0 complaints
- 2012 0 complaints
- 2013 0 complaints
- 2014 1 complaints
- 2015 2 complaints
- 2016 0 complaints
Recalls
17V795000 · Dec 11, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2005-2009 DB9, and DBS vehicles. The battery supply cable on these vehicles may become damaged when the driver seat is positioned in the full rearward location.
14V753000 · Nov 25, 2014
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 DB9, V12 Vantage, V8 Vantage, DBS, and Virage vehicles manufactured July 3, 2006, to November 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic control module for the driver and front…
05V513000 · Nov 7, 2005
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, WHEN A LOAD IS APPLIED ON THE PARKING INTERLOCK SYSTEM, THE LOCKING CONE, WHICH IS PART OF THE PARKING PAWL SYSTEM, MAY CREATE AN INDENTATION ON AN UNHARDENED GUIDE PLATE AT THE CONE CONTACT AREA. AN INDENTATION MAY ALSO RESULT IN A RAISED EDGE…
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Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 Coupe · 5.9L · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 18 | 13 | — | — | $6,300 |
| DB9 Coupe Manual · 5.9L · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 16 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
| DB9 Volante · 5.9L · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 17 | 13 | — | — | $6,300 |
| DB9 Volante Manual · 5.9L · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 16 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
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