Aston Martin Valkyrie, Valkyrie Spider Recall R/2025/167: Replace The Rear Fuse Box Closing Panel Screws, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 May 2025
- Launched
- 25
- vehicles in the UK
- RA-18-2044
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Aston Martin recalled Valkyrie, Valkyrie Spider vehicles built between 16 June 2020 and 25 October 2024. Incorrect length screws may have been used to attach the rear fuse box closing panel which could cause damage to the wiring harness and in a worst-case scenario a risk of fire. The dealer will replace rear fuse box closing panel screws and inspect and if necessary replace any damaged parts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect length screws may have been used to attach the rear fuse box closing panel which could cause damage to the wiring harness and in a worst-case scenario a risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RA-18-2044 Replace the Rear Fuse Box Closing Panel Screws Defect: On affected vehicles incorrect length screws may have been used to attach the rear fuse box closing panel which could cause damage to the wiring harness and in a worst-case scenario a risk of fire. Remedy: Replace rear fuse box closing panel screws and inspect and if necessary replace any damaged parts.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause damage to the wiring harness and in a worst-case scenario a risk of fire.
The Fix
The dealer will replace rear fuse box closing panel screws and inspect and if necessary replace any damaged parts.
Are You Affected?
Valkyrie, Valkyrie Spider built between 16 June 2020 and 25 October 2024 may be included. Aston Martin estimates 25 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 RA-18-2044 or the DVSA reference R/2025/167. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valkyrie, Valkyrie SpiderReplace the brake master cylinders | Urgent | R/2026/300 | |
| DB9, DBS, Vanquish, VirageMovement of seat may damage battery supply cable | Urgent | R/2017/343 | |
| DB9, DBS, Vanquish, VirageRisk of short-circuit in battery supply cable | Urgent | R/2016/082 | |
| DB9, DBS, ONE77, Vantage and 2 moreSeat may overheat | Urgent | R/2014/163 | |
| VantageEngine may not start | Urgent | R/2006/021 |
This is one of 35 Aston Martin recalls in DVSA’s data. The Aston Martin recall launched before it was R/2024/356 on 18 Sep 2024, for oil cooler hoses. The one launched after it was R/2025/343 on 28 Aug 2025, for vanquish ESP. You can also see every Aston Martin recall, all recalls launched in 2025 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/167, launched 7 May 2025. 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.