AI Damage2021 Aston Martin DB11: common problems
The maker issued 27 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 27
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- 5.2 L · petrol · turbo · 12 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Rotary Light Switch Repair Process
- Phased Launch of Bosch MTS 6531 VCI Unit
- Service Interval Reset Process
- EVAP Diagnostic and Repair Process
- Brake Squeal
- Introduction of Leather Replacement SRO Times in RTS
- Introduction of Front Suspension Transport Blocks
- Head Unit Hardware Option for DBX and Sports Cars
- Install Nitto Foam Pads to Bonnet
- Vehicle Storage and Battery Care Manual - Issue 4
- Engine Timing Procedures for AE22 and AE24 V8 Engines
- Owner Handbook Update
NHTSA lists 27 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Aston Martin DB11?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 27 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Aston Martin DB11?
NHTSA lists 27 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Aston Martin DB11 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.