Some of the major volume car makers have struggled in recent years with rising vehicle recalls and now it seems the problem has extended to the super car sector, with news that luxury sports car manufacturer Aston Martin is recalling three quarters of the vehicles it has produced since late 2007.

It appears that the problem stems from a Chinese sub-supplier that has been using counterfeit plastic in the accelerator pedal arms.

The recall will be on almost 18,000 Astons sold world-wide and will affect every left-hand-drive model made since November 2007 and all right-hand-drive cars since May 2012. However, Aston Martin Vanquish drivers can breathe a sigh of relief, as the recall will does not affect that model.

An Aston Martin spokeswoman said the company was aware of 22 failed parts, but no accidents or injuries had been reported.