Recall 20V107000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Defect in 2019-2019 SMART FORTWO
RECALL This recall affects up to 1 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V107000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 1 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
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.
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.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 15V192000 | 2014 SMART FORTWO COUPE | STEERING | 5,058 | |
| 08V390000 | 2008 SMART FORTWO | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 43 |