Aston Martin DB9
The quintessential V12 GT. While the ZF automatic is reliable, the V12 engine and VH platform have specific, labor-intensive failure points.
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Common Faults & Reliability
These are the most common documented problems for the Aston Martin DB9, sorted by their typical impact and frequency.
V12 Timing Cover Oil Leaks
medium severityLike the V8, the V12 is prone to weeping oil from the front cover. On the V12, this often requires the entire front end of the car to be dismantled.
V12 Coil Pack & Spark Plug Failure
medium severityHeat soak in the V12 "valley" kills coil packs. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a very expensive labor-heavy job.
Door Handle Pivot Pin Failure
low severityThe DB9 uses the same flush handles as the Vantage, subject to the same pivot pin wear and sagging.
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