The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18V273000·Announced 2018-04-27

Smart Fortwo Recall: Rear Insulation Mat Fire Risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2008-2009 Smart Fortwo vehicles because a rear insulation mat may contact hot exhaust components, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (insulation mat deterioration) that creates a risk of fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2008-2009 Smart Fortwo cabrio and coupe vehicles. The recall involves 42,781 vehicles in the United States.

The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time. This deterioration allows the mat to contact hot exhaust system components, which can increase the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one free of charge. The recall began in July 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SMART FORTWO
Brand
SMART
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Engine/Exhaust
Hazard
Affected units
42,781

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • FORTWO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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