Recall 17V448000 — PARKING BRAKE Defect in 2016-2016 SMART FORTWO
RECALL This recall affects up to 5,061 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V448000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 5,061 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 smart fortwo vehicles. In these vehicles, the lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time, resulting in increased parking brake lever travel before the parking brake engages.
Safety Consequence
As the parking brake lever travel increases, the holding force may decrease to a point where the vehicle is no longer safely secured in all parking situations, allowing the vehicle to unexpectedly move when parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable lock nut, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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 | |
| 17V179000 | 2016 SMART FORTWO COUPE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2,213 | |
| 15V192000 | 2014 SMART FORTWO COUPE | STEERING | 5,058 | |
| 08V390000 | 2008 SMART FORTWO | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 43 |