NHTSA vehicle safety data

2014 Smart Fortwo Convertible Electr Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2014 Smart Fortwo Convertible Electr has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 1 owner complaint on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Smart dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2014 Smart Fortwo Convertible Electr. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

STEERING

NHTSA #15V192000

Reported March 31, 2015 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Potentially affected: 5,058 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

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.

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