Aston Martin DB12 Maintenance Schedule

How to use this schedule

The DB12 is a current-production car. Dealer engagement at every service is especially valuable while the model is new and software development is ongoing.

Every 12 months

• Engine oil and filter service to exact 680 PS M177-approved specification
• Battery health test and tender-routine review
• Brake pad, disc, and fluid age inspection
• Tyre condition, date-code, and pressure check
• Software version and OTA update status confirmation

Every 24 months

• Brake fluid replacement
• Full underbody inspection including bushes, dampers, and CV joints
• Wheel alignment review
• Cabin filtration and air-quality check

Every 48 months

• Spark plug condition review per manufacturer schedule
• Accessory belt inspection
• Coolant condition and age review
• ZF gearbox and differential fluid service review with specialist

Before any long journey or demanding use

• Check and top up oil to maximum
• Confirm brake fluid freshness and visible pad thickness
• Battery and charging-system check
• Review any outstanding software update or warning message

Checks, fluids, and inspection notes

Regular checks

• Check oil level every 1,000 miles — do not wait for a service reminder.
• Inspect brake pad thickness at every oil service given the car's weight and performance.
• Monitor infotainment software version and apply OTA updates promptly.

Fluid strategy

• Use only the exact 680 PS M177-approved engine oil — do not assume the same grade as other variants.
• Brake fluid is a safety item and should be renewed on age as well as mileage.
• ZF gearbox and differential fluids are specialist service items — confirm intervals with the dealer.

Inspection notes

• The DB12's kerb weight makes brake wear a more significant maintenance concern than on lighter Astons.
• As a new model, a close dealer relationship during the first two years is a meaningful reliability factor.