NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Smart Fortwo
The 2019 Smart Fortwo has 1 NHTSA recall and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Smart dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2019 Smart Fortwo. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NHTSA #20V107000Reported February 24, 2020 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2019 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive vehicle. A welded joint within the high-voltage battery main cell conductors may detach and interrupt electrical contact, resulting in sudden battery failure. The detached weld may also cause an electrical arc which can ignite inside the battery cells.
Safety consequence
If the high-voltage battery fails, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical arc inside the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Free manufacturer remedy
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the high-voltage battery, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030009.
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.