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Smart Fortwo safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Smart Fortwo since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Smart Fortwo. Also see car recalls by year and make.

Last updated
Records analysed
13 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 13 launched 2006 to 2021
  • Most recent 13 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/265
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 5 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2015 5 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Smart Fortwo?

Not every Smart Fortwo is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Smart Fortwo recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2006 to 2026

2015 had the most, with 5. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Smart Fortwo safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’06 1
’07 0
’08 0
’09 1
’10 0
’11 0
’12 0
’13 0
’14 1
’15 5
’16 2
’17 2
’18 0
’19 0
’20 0
’21 1
’22 0
’23 0
’24 0
’25 0
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Smart Fortwo recall, newest first

2021 1 recall

The bonding of the windshield might not meet specifications

Launched 13 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/265 Manufacturer ref. SRS2100

Defect
The bonding of the windshield might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the windshield on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
5 Fortwo vehicles
Built
19 Nov 2020 to 20 Nov 2020
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2017 2 recalls

Steering knuckle incorrectly manufactured

Launched 20 October 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/252 Manufacturer ref. SRS1701

Defect
Due to an error in production the left hand steering knuckle may not conform to specification. In extreme instances the knuckle may fail.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check the knuckle and replace where necessary.
Vehicles affected
1,878 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Jun 2017
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Handbrake may not hold

Launched 25 September 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/245 Manufacturer ref. SRS1700

Defect
Due to possible loosening of the adjuster lock nut parking brake lever travel may become excessive and the parking brake may not be fully applied. If the vehicle is not parked in accordance with handbook instructions it is possible the vehicle could move.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the adjuster lock nut.
Vehicles affected
9,181 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2014 to 31 Jan 2016
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2016 2 recalls

Vehicle may roll away

Launched 10 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/198 Manufacturer ref. SRS1601

Defect
The bowden cable connected to the gear selector may come loose. This may prevent Park being engaged or disengaged.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check cable connection and rework where necessary
Vehicles affected
49 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 30 Apr 2016
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Maintenance flap may detach from vehicle

Launched 15 June 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/092 Manufacturer ref. SRS1600

Defect
The locking forces of the maintenance flap may not be to specification. At high speed and in combination with strong gusts of wind the plastic maintenance flap may detach from the vehicle and may pose an increased risk of injury for following road users.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the locks of the maintenance flap.
Vehicles affected
1,726 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Apr 2014 to 31 Oct 2015
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2015 5 recalls

Directional control may be affected

Launched 28 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/153 Manufacturer ref. SRS1504

Defect
The welding of the bracket for the torsion bar linkage at the shock absorber may not be to specification. It is therefore possible with extremely high loads for the weld seams of the bracket to tear. In this condition the driving characteristics of the vehicle will be adversely affected and the tyres could be compromised at large steering angles giving an increased risk of collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front shock absorbers.
Vehicles affected
4 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Apr 2014 to 30 Nov 2014
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Automatic gear selection may not perform as expected

Launched 25 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/170 Manufacturer ref. SRS1505

Defect
Due to an incorrectly designed bracket Park may not engage or disengage as intended..
Remedy
On affected vehicles check and if necessary replace bracket.
Vehicles affected
57 Fortwo vehicles
Built
27 Apr 2015 to 23 Jul 2015
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Vehicle may roll away

Launched 25 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/147 Manufacturer ref. SRS1503

Defect
The software of the transmission control unit in vehicles with dual clutch transmission may not be correct. As a result the operating lock of the transmission selector lever may not function as intended causing in some circumstances the vehicle to roll when not expected.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the transmission control unit software.
Vehicles affected
65 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Apr 2015 to 31 May 2015
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Unintended acceleration or deceleration

Launched 25 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/146 Manufacturer ref. SRS1502

Defect
The engine control unit may not be programmed correctly. In rare cases it is possible for the acceleration or deceleration not to be as the driver’s request. Therefore a critical driving situation could occur. However the power of the brake enables the driver to stop the vehicle at any time.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the engine control unit software.
Vehicles affected
102 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Aug 2014 to 31 May 2015
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Vehicle may roll away

Launched 25 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/144 Manufacturer ref. SRS1501

Defect
The operating lock in the gear selector lever module may not have been assembled correctly. Therefore it might be possible to operate the gear selector lever without pressing the brake pedal and without the key in position ignition on. If the vehicle is not properly secured with the parking brake it could start rolling by shifting from P after pressing the release knob.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the selector lever module and if necessary replace it.
Vehicles affected
3 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Aug 2014 to 31 Mar 2015
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2014 1 recall

Risk of fire

Launched 11 September 2014 DVSA recall R/2014/094 Manufacturer ref. SRS1400

Defect
On petrol engine versions of the 451 series Fortwo models it is possible that a short circuit can occur in the electronic heater shutoff valve as a result of extended wear. In extreme cases this could result in an overheating situation in the electronic heater shutoff valve. This could ultimately result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to rework the electrical wear for the electronic heater shutoff valve.
Vehicles affected
16,822 Fortwo vehicles
Built
1 Aug 2010 to 30 Jun 2014
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2009 1 recall

Windshield may become loose

Launched 19 January 2009 DVSA recall R/2008/135 Manufacturer ref. S041

Defect
Adhesion faults may occur between the individual paint coatings at the bonding surface of the roof and the windshield. Under extreme conditions this could lead to peeling of the roof or the windshield which may lead to the windshield/roof becoming loose.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to renew the paint work bonding of the roof and windshield.
Vehicles affected
26 Fortwo vehicles
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

2006 1 recall

Seat belt fastenings may not be secure

Launched 5 December 2006 DVSA recall R/2006/182 Manufacturer ref. SO36

Defect
The seat belt fastenings may not be secure.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the fastenings and replace where necessary.
Vehicles affected
10 Fortwo vehicles
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“SMART FORTWO”

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 13 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Smart Fortwo. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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