Model year
2008 Aston Martin DB9
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 0 complaints for the 2008 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…
14V010000 · Jan 16, 2014
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012 Virage vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the…
10V449000 · Sep 28, 2010
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
ASTON MARTIN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 DB9 COUPE, DB9 VOLANTE, V8 VANTAGE COUPE, V8 VANTAGE ROADSTER, AND DBS COUPE VEHICLES. THE FRONT BOTTOM SUSPENSION ARM CAM BOLT COULD CRACK ALONG ITS SHANK ALLOWING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO MOVE.
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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 · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 16 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
| DB9 Coupe · 5.9L · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 18 | 13 | — | — | $6,300 |
| DB9 Volante · 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 |
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