AI Damage2021 Aston Martin Vantage: common problems
The maker issued 29 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 29
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
- automatic, 8-speed
- manual, 7-speed
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- 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.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Rotary Light Switch Repair Process
- V12 Vantage Roadster Essential Aftersales Launch Information
- Phased Launch of Bosch MTS 6531 VCI Unit
- Service Interval Reset Process
- V12 Vantage Vehicle Information Sheet
- V12 Vantage Vehicle Information Sheet Issue 1
- Brake Squeal
- Lightweight Seat Latch
- Introduction of Leather Replacement SRO Times in RTS
- Introduction of Front Suspension Transport Blocks
- Head Unit Hardware Option for DBX and Sports Cars
- Updated VIN Range for
SAQN-01-1593 - Vantage Swing Clearance Check
NHTSA lists 29 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 Vantage?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 29 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Aston Martin Vantage?
NHTSA lists 29 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 Vantage 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.