Recall 15V192000
STEERING
Report Date
20150331
Component
STEERING
Affected Vehicles
6 models
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SMART | FORTWO CONVERTIBLE |
| 2014 | SMART | FORTWO CONVERTIBLE ELECTR |
| 2014 | SMART | FORTWO COUPE |
| 2014 | SMART | FORTWO COUPE ELECTRIC |
| 2015 | SMART | FORTWO CONVERTIBLE |
| 2015 | SMART | FORTWO COUPE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.