2017 Aston Martin Rapide: common problems

The maker issued 11 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.

Key figures

Technical service bulletins (TSB): 11

Engines and transmissions

US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.

6 L · petrol · 12 cyl
automatic, 8-speed

Drive: RWD

Components owners complain about

Component	Owner complaints	involving a crash	Technical service bulletins (TSB)
Equipment	0	0	7
Electrical system	0	0	4
Fuel system	0	0	2
Engine	0	0	1
Engine and cooling	0	0	1
Structure	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.
Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.

Manufacturer service bulletins

Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.

received by NHTSA in 2020–2024 · № 10226734 · Equipment Phased Launch of Bosch MTS 6531 VCI Unit
received by NHTSA in 2020–2024 · № 10195136 · Fuel system Compliance with E10 Fuel
received by NHTSA in 2020–2024 · № 10184291 · Equipment Set up Guide for Data Loggers
received by NHTSA in 2020–2024 · № 10171855 · Engine and cooling Crankshaft Sensor - High RPM Test
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10125913 · Engine Procedure for the Bosch engine management system (EMS) to do the variable valve timing (VVT) learn…
Procedure for the Bosch engine management system (EMS) to do the variable valve timing (VVT) learn procedure, and the engine misfire and fuelling corrections.
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10108950 · Fuel system Procedure to adjust fuel filler assembly to prevent the door from catching
Amended to cover modified part.
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10108941 (+1 with the same text) · Electrical system The software is now available to let you install the Apple CarPlay feature
Amended to update procedure.
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10108938 · Equipment The software is now available to let you install the Apple CarPlay feature
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10108917 · Equipment Introduction of new air conditioning refrigerant type in EU cars to comply with EU directive
Amended and issued again to describe special offer of equipment necessary to Dealers.
received by NHTSA in 2015–2019 · № 10076446 · Structure SQUEAK FROM THE OUTER WAIST SEAL ON RAPIDE REAR DOOR
WHEN THE WINDOWS ON RAPIDE ARE OPERATED, CAN HEAR SQUEAK FROM WINDOW GLASS. THIS OCCURS ON REAR DOOR GLASS EXPECIALLY DURING SHORT DROP WHEN DOOR IS OPEN.

Other years of this model

Questions and answers

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Aston Martin Rapide?

There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 11 manufacturer service bulletins.

How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Aston Martin Rapide?

NHTSA lists 11 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 2017 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2017 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.