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Automotive · Japan · 2024-07-08

Aston Martin auto front propeller shaft/differential bolts may not be properly fixed due to improper manufacturing

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-07-08
Manufacturer	Aston Martin Japan LLC
Models affected	DBX
Units affected	1
Defect	Regarding the front propeller shaft and front differential, due to improper work management during manufacturing, some fixing bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. As a result, these bolts may loosen, causing noise and vibration during driving and loss of front-wheel drive. In the worst case, if the detached propeller shaft damages the crankshaft sensor, the engine may stop and become unable to restart.
Recall number	外-3831
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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