NHTSA Recall 03V122000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V122000; Date: Mar. 26, 2003
This could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Aston Martin DB7; 2001 Aston Martin DB7; 2002 Aston Martin DB7; 2003 Aston Martin DB7
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: Aston Martin
Affected Units:: 1,145
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles,the power assisted steering high pressure flexible hose may contact the left hand exhaust manifold. It is possible that the hose may scorch through resulting in a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reposition the hose and replace the hose if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin during April 2003. 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 1-201-818-8352.
Recall Notes:
Aston martin recall no. Sar 008. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 15, 2003
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