Aston Martin recalls DB9 and Rapide S vehicles

The transmission may inadvertently shift to neutral

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Aston Martin Lagonda of North America is recalling 440 model year 2014 DB9 and Rapide S vehicles manufactured June 2013, to July 2014.

Due to a faulty circuit board, the transmissions in the recalled vehicles may inadvertently shift to neutral without input from the driver.

If 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.

If the vehicle exhibits this problem, owners should turn off the ignition and then restart the car which may allow the car to be driven out of harm's way.

Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected circuit boards, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014.

Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-07-0018.