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Smart Fortwo Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

1 recall campaign on record across 1 model year of the Smart Fortwo. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

Check Your Specific VIN — FreeAll Smart Recalls
1
Recall Campaigns
287
Owner Complaints
12
Reported Injuries
1
Reported Deaths
1 affected model years15 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2014

Affected Model Years

20141R · 10C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Steering1 campaign (100%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Smart Fortwo

ENGINE
47
POWER TRAIN
41
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
34
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
20
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
17
SEAT BELTS
17
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
15
SERVICE BRAKES
13
STRUCTURE:BODY
11
AIR BAGS
6

Based on 287 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 1 death and 12 injuries reported.

All Smart Fortwo Recall Campaigns

#15V1920002014 Smart FortwoSteering
Issued: Invalid Date

STEERING

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Smart Fortwo Coupes and Convertibles, and 2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric and Fortwo Convertible Electric vehicles. The affected vehicles have steering gear mounting bolts which may break during vehicle operation.

Risk: If the steering gear mounting bolts break, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Smart customer service at 1-800-762-7887.

Recalls by Component

1Steering Recalls

#15V192000MY 2014

STEERING

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Smart Fortwo Coupes and Convertibles, and 2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric and Fortwo Convertible Electric vehicl…

Smart Fortwo Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Smart Fortwo have?
The Smart Fortwo has 1 recall campaign in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2014 through 2014.
Is my Fortwo under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Fortwo year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2014 Smart Fortwo has the highest recall campaign count (1 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Fortwo recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Fortwo?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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