Mercedes-Benz Smart Fortwo recalls

The bonding of the windshield might not meet specifications.

Fix: Replace the windshield on the affected vehicles.

5 vehicles · built 19 Nov 2020 to 20 Nov 2020

Due to an error in production the left hand steering knuckle may not conform to specification. In extreme instances the knuckle may fail.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the knuckle and replace where necessary.

1,878 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2017 to 30 Jun 2017

Due to possible loosening of the adjuster lock nut parking brake lever travel may become excessive and the parking brake may not be fully applied. If the vehicle is not parked in accordance with handbook instructions it is possible the vehicle could move.

Fix: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the adjuster lock nut.

9,181 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2014 to 31 Jan 2016

The bowden cable connected to the gear selector may come loose. This may prevent Park being engaged or disengaged.

Fix: On affected vehicles check cable connection and rework where necessary

49 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2016 to 30 Apr 2016

The locking forces of the maintenance flap may not be to specification. At high speed and in combination with strong gusts of wind the plastic maintenance flap may detach from the vehicle and may pose an increased risk of injury for following road users.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the locks of the maintenance flap.

1,726 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2014 to 31 Oct 2015

The welding of the bracket for the torsion bar linkage at the shock absorber may not be to specification. It is therefore possible with extremely high loads for the weld seams of the bracket to tear. In this condition the driving characteristics of the vehicle will be adversely affected and the tyres could be compromised at large steering angles giving an increased risk of collision.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front shock absorbers.

4 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2014 to 30 Nov 2014

The software of the transmission control unit in vehicles with dual clutch transmission may not be correct. As a result the operating lock of the transmission selector lever may not function as intended causing in some circumstances the vehicle to roll when not expected.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the transmission control unit software.

65 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2015 to 31 May 2015

The engine control unit may not be programmed correctly. In rare cases it is possible for the acceleration or deceleration not to be as the driver�s request. Therefore a critical driving situation could occur. However the power of the brake enables the driver to stop the vehicle at any time.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the engine control unit software.

102 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2014 to 31 May 2015

Due to an incorrectly designed bracket Park may not engage or disengage as intended..

Fix: On affected vehicles check and if necessary replace bracket.

57 vehicles · built 27 Apr 2015 to 23 Jul 2015

The operating lock in the gear selector lever module may not have been assembled correctly. Therefore it might be possible to operate the gear selector lever without pressing the brake pedal and without the key in position �ignition on�. If the vehicle is not properly secured with the parking brake it could start rolling by shifting from �P� after pressing the release knob.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the selector lever module and if necessary replace it.

3 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2014 to 31 Mar 2015

On petrol engine versions of the 451 series Fortwo models it is possible that a short circuit can occur in the electronic heater shutoff valve as a result of extended wear. In extreme cases this could result in an overheating situation in the electronic heater shutoff valve. This could ultimately result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to rework the electrical wear for the electronic heater shutoff valve.

16,822 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2010 to 30 Jun 2014

Adhesion faults may occur between the individual paint coatings at the bonding surface of the roof and the windshield. Under extreme conditions this could lead to peeling of the roof or the windshield which may lead to the windshield/roof becoming loose.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to renew the paint work bonding of the roof and windshield.

26 vehicles

The seat belt fastenings may not be secure.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the fastenings and replace where necessary.

10 vehicles