Aston Martin DBX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Aston Martin DBX model year (2021–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Aston Martin DBX Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 6
1 recall · 1 complaint
Top issue: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 4
1 recall · 1 complaint
Top issue: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 4
Best Aston Martin DBX Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Aston Martin DBX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Caution |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Avoid |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Caution |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Caution |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Avoid |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Aston Martin DBX Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent DBX models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 3 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year DBX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2021 Aston Martin DBX if possible. It has 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 6 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year DBX to buy?+
The 2022 Aston Martin DBX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which DBX has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2023, 2026 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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