2009 Aston Martin DB9: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker DB9 years.
2 owner complaints, most about fuel system. 5 recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 DB9?The 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has 2 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel system and gasoline.
Safety record for the 2009 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 Aston Martin DB9 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other DB9 years only. How we score it
Is 2009 a good year for the DB9?
Across the 4 DB9 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2014) to 4 (2007). With 2 complaints, the 2009 DB9 sits about the same as the model's median of 2.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2009 DB9
latches/locks/linkages
Campaign 15V846000Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 DB9, 2010-2012 DBS, 2010-2016 V8 Vantage, 2012 Virage, 2010-2016 Rapide, 2014-2016 Vanquish, 2011-2016 V12 Vantage, and 2012-2013 V12 Zagato vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with interior door unlocking mechanisms that may not function when the vehicle has been locked from the outside. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Campaign 17V795000Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2005-2009 DB9, and DBS vehicles. The battery supply cable on these vehicles may become damaged when the driver seat is positioned in the full rearward location.
power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Campaign 17V796000Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage.
seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Campaign 14V753000Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 DB9, V12 Vantage, V8 Vantage, DBS, and Virage vehicles manufactured July 3, 2006, to November 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic control module for the driver and front passenger seat heaters may fail, preventing the seat heaters from being able to be turned off.
Show 1 more recall
vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Campaign 14V010000Aston Martin Lagonda of North America (Aston Martin) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 DB9 and V8 Vantage, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2012 Rapide, 2014 Rapide S, 2011-2012 V12 Vantage, 2011-2014 V8 Vantage S and 2012 Virage vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm may break.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with the DB9 consistently praised as a beautiful, classically styled grand tourer that delivers a sublime sense of occasion, comfort, and a sonorous V12 engine note.
Owner insights cover all generations of the DB9. See the full DB9 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used DB9 listings typically run $44,994–$79,086 across 2005 to 2016 model years.
Other DB9 model years
Compare every DB9 year side by side to see how 2009 ranks against the rest.
Compare the DB9 against its rivals
Looking at a specific car?
We're building a full check by VIN: the exact trim and engine, its known problems and recalls, what to inspect, a fair price, and how it compares with its rivals. Get an email when it's ready.
One email when it launches. Unsubscribe any time. Privacy