VIN REPORT
SCFFDAAMXEGA152602014 ASTON MARTIN DB9
Risk Score
32
MODERATE RISK
out of 100
Safety Recalls
6 Found
6 campaigns
NHTSA Complaints
1
Reported to NHTSA
Safety Rating
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
Vehicle Age
12 yrs
Made in UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
Safety Grade
C-
Score: 71/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary
2014 ASTON MARTIN DB9 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 6 open recalls on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 1 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.
- ▸6 open recalls — verify these have been repaired before purchase
- ▸Complaints describe critical safety events (fire, fatality, loss of control) — language severity is in the highest tier
- ▸Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
32/100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
Contributing Risk Factors — 2 detected
Critical deferred maintenance — safety-critical components overdue
+20
6 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Critical Alerts
Title Brand CheckMined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull
No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.
Vehicle
Vehicle SpecificationsDecoded from NHTSA vPIC database
- Make
- ASTON MARTIN
- Model
- DB9
- Year
- 2014
- Trim / Series
- VH1
- Body Style
- Coupe
- Vehicle Type
- PASSENGER CAR
- Fuel Type
- Gasoline
- Engine
- 12-cyl 5.9L
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Doors
- 2
- Manufacturer
- ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LIMITED
- Assembly
- GAYDON, UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
- GVWR
- Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Assembly Plant QualityPlant: GAYDON, UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
CQuality55/100
Standard📍 GAYDON, UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.
Safety
Safety IntelligenceComposite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
Overall Safety Grade
C-
Score: 71/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety21/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
30/100Moderate
✓ No high-risk recall components found
Modern Safety Index
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Fire Risk Assessment
Low- ▸1 complaint(s) involved a fire
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Moderate- ⚠2 recalls on same component: Engine/Powertrain
Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.
Recalls
Deferred Failure RiskComponents and defects approaching or past their known service milestones
82/100
Critical Deferred Risk
Critical deferred failure risk — 4 safety-critical or high-cost components are past their service interval. Without immediate attention, repair costs will compound significantly.
⚠No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~144,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
EST. OVERDUECriticalTiming Chain Tensioner
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Timing Chain Tensioner immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Worn chain tensioners cause timing chain skip or snap — common on GM 5.3L/6.2L, Ford EcoBoost, VW/Audi EA888, BMW N47/N63. Listen for cold-start rattles.
EST. OVERDUECriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Water Pump immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
EST. OVERDUEModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 8 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 8 yr interval
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
EST. OVERDUEModerateFuel Injectors
Service interval: 10 yr · Vehicle age: 12 yr · Past due by age
Service Fuel Injectors immediately — already past the 120,000 mi / 10 yr interval
Dirty or failing injectors cause rough idle, reduced fuel economy, and increased emissions. Cleaning costs $100–$200; replacement $800–$1,600.
NHTSA Safety Recalls
66 RECALLS
ℹ
NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 6 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)
Average repair completion across 6 recalls is ~63%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.
63%
avg repaired
Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.
ASTON MARTIN Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
85%Fair
Recall completion rate data not available for ASTON MARTIN. Industry average is ~85%. Verify any open recalls with a dealer before purchase.
Avg time to remedy open recall: ~20 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports
Avg Fix Time
20mo
#15V846000
Invalid DateLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
SummaryAston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-2016 V8 Vantage, 2012 Virage, 2010-2016 Rapide, 2014-2016 Vanquish, 2011-2016 V12 Vantage, and 2012-2013 V12 Zagato vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door unlocking mechanisms that may not function when the vehicle has been locked from the outside. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the doors cannot be opened by an occupant from inside the vehicle, they may be trapped inside, increasing their risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~64%
~36% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
#17V796000
Nov 2017POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SummaryAston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%
~36% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
#14V753000
Invalid DateSEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
SummaryAston 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 passenger seat heaters may fail, preventing the seat heaters from being able to be turned off.Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the electronic control module fails, the seat heater could get hot enough that areas of the seat may overheat and smolder, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Est. Repair Completion~58%
~42% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
#14V425000
Invalid DatePOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SummaryAston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2014 DB9 and Rapide S vehicles manufactured June 2013 to July 2014. Due to a faulty circuit board, the transmissions in the affected vehicles may inadvertently shift to neutral without input from the driver.Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the transmission shifts to neutral, the driver will not be able to maintain speed or move the vehicle out of traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%
~36% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
#14V010000
Invalid DateVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
SummaryAston 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 accelerator pedal arm may break.Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the accelerator pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%
~36% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
#13V228000
Invalid DateVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
SummaryAston Martin is recalling certain model year DB9, Virage, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage, and Rapide vehicles manufactured from May 14, 2012, through April 10, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the throttle pedal arm may break.Read full details...
ConsequenceIf the throttle pedal arm breaks, the engine will return to idle and the driver will be unable to maintain or increase engine speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%
~36% chance this recall was never fixed
Moderate RiskSource: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type
Recall IntelligenceDetailed analysis of recall history and severity
Recall Age — How Long Open
LONG-STANDING OPENPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
8.5yr open⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.
First Recall
11/12/2017
6 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
Body/StructureEngine/PowertrainHVACExterior/Other
Recall Remedy Breakdown
4
Part Replacements
2
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
⚠ 1 recall is over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Complaints
Complaint Intelligence1 complaints analyzed across 1 system categories
By System / Component
Electrical
1
Reported Failure Modes
Fire/smoke1
Conditions Reported
Highway/high-speed (1)
Owner Complaints1 safety complaint filed with NHTSA
1
1
Fire
Complaint Severity AnalysisNLP analysis of complaint language — not all complaints are equal
100/100
Critical Severity
1 of 1 complaints use high-severity language
1 of 1 complaints describe critical safety events (fire, fatality, loss of control) — language severity is in the top tier.
killeddangerous
Component Failure Cascade RiskKnown patterns where one defect leads to more severe downstream failures
HighTRANSMISSION issue detected
▸ Complete transmission failure — repair costs $3,000–$8,000+; vehicle may become undriveable
Details & Analysis
Legal & Regulatory ActionsKnown class action lawsuits, settlements, and manufacturer extended warranty programs
Financial
5-Year Total Cost of OwnershipEstimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
$46,614
~$777/mo over 5 yrs
$0.3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$21,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$5,114
Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $46,614 (~$777/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.
Negotiation AmmunitionUse these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down
6 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$3,000
Critical-severity owner complaints (fire, fatality, loss of control)−$1,500
1 recall over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$400
Total recommended deduction−$4,900
Pre-Purchase Inspection ChecklistTailored for the 2014 ASTON MARTIN DB9 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
HIGH
Inspect for transmission issue detected — ask for repair records
Complete transmission failure — repair costs $3,000–$8,000+; vehicle may become undriveable
HIGH
Verify recall LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES has been repaired
Recall on record for: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-
HIGH
Verify recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) has been repaired
Recall on record for: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virag
HIGH
Verify recall SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER has been repaired
Recall on record for: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 DB9, V12 Vantage, V8 Vant
HIGH
Verify recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION has been repaired
Recall on record for: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2014 DB9 and Rapide S vehicles manu
HIGH
Verify recall VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL has been repaired
Recall on record for: Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
Recall Probability ForecastEstimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%
15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.
- ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model
Maintenance ScheduleOEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle
Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.
Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.
History & Auctions
Insurance Cost EstimateEstimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Full Coverage
$5,080–$6,460/yr
~$423–$538/mo
Liability Only
$840–$1,070/yr
~$70–$89/mo
Category: Exotic Supercar
▼ 12-year-old vehicle: −18% (depreciated ACV lowers full-coverage cost)
Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.
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Complete Data TableAll decoded fields in a single flattened view
Vehicle Identity
| VIN | SCFFDAAMXEGA15260 |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| Make | ASTON MARTIN |
| Model | DB9 |
| Series | VH1 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Body & Configuration
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Doors | 2 |
| Seat Rows | 4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Automatic |
Engine
| Engine Cylinders | 12 |
| Displacement (L) | 5.9 |
Manufacturer
| Manufacturer | ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LIMITED |
| Assembly City | GAYDON |
| Assembly Country | UNITED KINGDOM (UK) |
VIN Structure
| WMI (Chars 1–3) | SCF |
| Check Digit (Char 9) | X |
| Model Year Code (Char 10) | E |
| Plant Code (Char 11) | G |
| Sequence (Chars 12–17) | A15260 |
Safety Data
| NHTSA Recall Count | 6 |
| NHTSA Complaint Count | 1 |
VIN Structure DecodeISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
S
1
C
2
F
3
F
4
D
5
A
6
A
7
M
8
X
9
E
10
G
11
A
12
1
13
5
14
2
15
6
16
0
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
S
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
C
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
F
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
FDAAM
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
X
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
E
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
G
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
A15260
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United Kingdom
From VIN position 1 (S)
Model Year Character
"E" → 2014
Could also be 1984
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 5/24/2026, 1:00:27 PM.