Recall 15V192000: 2014–2015 smart Fortwo Convertible, 2014 smart Fortwo Convertible Electr, 2014–2015 smart Fortwo Coupe +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 31, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 5,058
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the steering gear mounting bolts break, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 smart Fortwo Convertible
- 2015 smart Fortwo Convertible
- 2014 smart Fortwo Convertible Electr
- 2014 smart Fortwo Coupe
- 2015 smart Fortwo Coupe
- 2014 smart Fortwo Coupe Electric
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V192000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2015040002
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- May 8, 2015
- Components
- Steering (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology