2014 Smart Fortwo problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Seat Belts (4) · Engine (4) · Wheels (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (54)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Structure:body 2026-08-06 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Power Train 2026-07-14 · LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). the noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. note: sound file in attachment cause if the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Visibility/Wiper 2026-05-19 · LI82.30-P-059239 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint there are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: a: wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering b: the windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) c: during the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the a-pillar
Exterior Lighting 2026-04-16 · LI82.10-P-078301 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. cause fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. it does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. if a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
Showing the 6 most recent of 54 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-08-26 · Seat Belts“the cable attaching the seatbelt is frayed and only being held on by a few strands of cable. my research into the problem on forums and the internet has shown that this is an issue on the drivers side seatbelt for smart car.…”
2023-01-16 · Air Bags“the srs light is on. technician scanned vehicle and performed guided tests on drivers side seat airbag, found that he airbag squib is faulty. this is an internal part of the airbag and airbag will need to be replaced.…”
2022-12-13 · Service Brakes“the brake booster malfunctioned while i was driving …”
2022-06-17 · Seat Belts“driver’s seatbelt broke at the tensioner as if the cable had been cut with wire cutters. my vehicle has not been involved in a wreck. under normal driving conditions. safety issue is if it broke this easily what would’ve happened if i had been involved in an accident? of course i took the vehicle immediately to a repair shop and the cost to repai…”
2021-03-26 · Engine · 65,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. the contact was driving at 60 mph, when the vehicle lost power and the contact noticed white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and the tow truck driver informed the contact that the radiator had burst. the contact notified park place motorcars merced…”
2019-12-11 · Engine · 26,666 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. while the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed an oil leak. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to euro motorcars germantown (located at 19750 germantown rd, germantown, md 20874, (301) 601-5500) where it was diagnosed that the driver's side gear box needed to be repla…”
2019-07-23 · Suspension · 30,000 mi“loud clanking noise while driving. was diagnosed as faulty condenser fan and lose bolts/screws which hold it in place. mercedes-benz dealership where it was purchased said will cost $1,700-$1,800 to fix! internet research revealed to me this is a common defect/problem. i paid almost $7,000 for my smart for two pure coupe. i should not have to be pa…”
2016-07-07 · Electrical System · 6,157 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. while driving 20 mph, the electrical system failed. the contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed, but the technician could not find a failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified …”
2015-06-06 · Seat Belts · 2,500 mi“the shoulder portion of my seat belt rides on my neck. what is the remedy for this safety problem? ref complaint #10722112 28may15.…”
2015-05-29 · Seat Belts · 2,600 mi“my seat belt shoulder strap rides on my neck.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.