Aston Martin Db7 reliability
The Aston Martin Db7 fails its MOT less often than most cars over 10 years old: 14.7% of 1,987 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
6 DVSA recalls for the Aston Martin Db7
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Rear brake pressure reducing valves connected incorrectly
It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been assembled with two in-line rear brake pressure reducing valves installed to one of the rear brake lines instead of one valve in each rear brake line. This condition can cause the vehicle to pull slightly to one side under heavy braking efficiency however is maintained as the system is regulated by the ABS.
Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and modify to one brake pressure reducing valve to each rear brake line.
Recalled models: DB7 · 59 vehicles
Power assisted steering hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold and burn through
Power assisted steering high pressure flexible hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold and burn through leading to a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.
Fix: Check the position of the high pressure hose in relation to the exhaust manifold. If the hose is touching the manifold or there is insufficient air gap fit a new high pressure hose and reposition and clip as specified.
Recalled models: DB7 · 62 vehicles
Lighting equipment switchgear concern.
The steering column lighting switchgear wires can potentially become trapped leading to partial loss of lighting functionality during operation.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured steering column switchgear assembly
Recalled models: DB7 · 1,609 vehicles
Intermittent loss of engine power on start up.
A fault in the ignition software may result in misfiring and power loss on one bank of cylinders. This situation could also cause overheating of the exhaust catalyst.
Fix: Affected Vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the power train control module.(PCM)
Recalled models: DB7 · 481 vehicles
Front damper lower mounting bracket may detach
There is a possibility that the front damper lower mounting bracket may detach due to insufficient welding and displaced damper may restrict steering action.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and check that damper mounting bracket is butt welded on all three sides. If not replace bracket.
Recalled models: DB7 · 358 vehicles
Non operation of brake fluid warning lamp check facility
Should the low brake fluid warning lamp bulb fail the bulb check facility is not enabled to check this condition.
Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled by the manufacturer for a minor wiring modification to the circuit concerned.
Recalled models: DB7 · 139 vehicles
Checking a Aston Martin Db7 before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.