Recall 15V192000 — STEERING Defect in 2014-2015 SMART FORTWO COUPE
RECALL This recall affects up to 5,058 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V192000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 5,058 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected 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.
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.
Related Recalls for SMART
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V107000 | 2019 SMART FORTWO | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 1 | |
| 18V273000 | 2009 SMART FORTWO | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 42,781 | |
| 17V447000 | 2017 SMART FORTWO | STEERING | 110 | |
| 17V448000 | 2016 SMART FORTWO | PARKING BRAKE | 5,061 | |
| 17V179000 | 2016 SMART FORTWO COUPE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2,213 | |
| 08V390000 | 2008 SMART FORTWO | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 43 |