Aston Martin DBX, DBX S, DBX707 Recall R/2026/119: dBX Rear Lower Arm Bolt, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 6 May 2026
- Launched
- 1,903
- vehicles in the UK
- RA-41-2086
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Aston Martin recalled DBX, DBX S, DBX707 vehicles built between 26 April 2020 and 12 September 2025. A reduced diameter shank bolt can cause the pin for the torque reaction link to move within the joint causing excessive wear and potential early failure. The dealer will replace the rear torque reaction bolts and if necessary replace the rear lower suspension arms. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A reduced diameter shank bolt can cause the pin for the torque reaction link to move within the joint causing excessive wear and potential early failure. In a worst-case scenario failure of the rear lower suspension arm can affect vehicle handling and braking with an increased risk of a crash.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DBX Rear Lower Arm Bolt Defect: On affected vehicles a reduced diameter shank bolt can cause the pin for the torque reaction link to move within the joint causing excessive wear and potential early failure. In a worst-case scenario failure of the rear lower suspension arm can affect vehicle handling and braking with an increased risk of a crash. Remedy: Replace the rear torque reaction bolts and if necessary replace the rear lower suspension arms.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the pin for the torque reaction link to move within the joint causing excessive wear and potential early failure.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the rear torque reaction bolts and if necessary replace the rear lower suspension arms.
Are You Affected?
DBX, DBX S, DBX707 built between 26 April 2020 and 12 September 2025 may be included. Aston Martin estimates 1,903 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-41-2086 or the DVSA reference R/2026/119. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB12, DBX707, VantageOil cooler hoses | Low | R/2024/356 | |
| DBX707Oil cooler hoses | Low | R/2024/162 | |
| Valkyrie, Valkyrie SpiderReplace the brake master cylinders | Urgent | R/2026/300 | |
| VanquishVanquish ESP | Urgent | R/2025/343 | |
| DB11Inadvertant airbag deployment | Urgent | R/2018/023 |
This is one of 35 Aston Martin recalls in DVSA’s data. The Aston Martin recall launched before it was R/2025/343 on 28 Aug 2025, for vanquish ESP. The one launched after it was R/2026/300 on 20 Jul 2026, for replace the brake master cylinders. You can also see every Aston Martin recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/119, launched 6 May 2026. 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.