Aston Martin DB7 Recall R/2003/051: Power Assisted Steering Hose May Contact The Left Hand Exhaust Manifold And Burn Through, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 24 Mar 2003
- Launched
- 62
- vehicles in the UK
- SAR 008
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Aston Martin recalled DB7 vehicles built between 1 May 1999 and 31 March 2003. 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. The dealer will check the position of the high pressure hose in relation to the exhaust manifold. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POWER ASSISTED STEERING HOSE MAY CONTACT THE LEFT HAND EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND BURN THROUGH Defect: 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. Remedy: 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.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a progressive loss of hydraulic fluid and power assistance.
The Fix
The dealer will check the position of the high pressure hose in relation to the exhaust manifold.
Are You Affected?
DB7 built between 1 May 1999 and 31 March 2003 may be included. Aston Martin estimates 62 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Aston Martin, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Aston Martin.
- Book with any franchised Aston Martin dealer, quoting the campaign code SAR 008 or the DVSA reference R/2003/051. See how to get a Aston Martin recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB7Rear brake pressure reducing valves connected incorrectly | Urgent | R/2005/010 | |
| DB7, VolanteLighting equipment switchgear concern | Urgent | R/2001/042 | |
| DB7, Vantage, VolanteIntermittent loss of engine power on start up | Urgent | R/2000/106 | |
| DB7, Vantage, VolanteFront damper lower mounting bracket may detach | Urgent | R/2000/001 | |
| DB7, VolanteNon operation of brake fluid warning lamp check facility | Urgent | R/1996/038 |
This is one of 35 Aston Martin recalls in DVSA’s data. The Aston Martin recall launched before it was R/2001/042 on 4 Jun 2001, for lighting equipment switchgear concern. The one launched after it was R/2004/187 on 19 Nov 2004, for possibility that throttle control may be lost. You can also see every Aston Martin recall, all recalls launched in 2003 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2003/051, launched 24 March 2003. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.