CarRecallWatch- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 smart fortwo vehicles. In these vehicles, the lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time, resulting in increased parking brake lever travel before the parking brake engages.
- Risk
- As the parking brake lever travel increases, the holding force may decrease to a point where the vehicle is no longer safely secured in all parking situations, allowing the vehicle to unexpectedly move when parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable lock nut, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time. As it loosens, the parking brake lever has to travel farther before the brake engages, and the holding force can drop to the point that the vehicle is no longer safely secured in all parking situations.
This creates a risk that the vehicle could unexpectedly move when parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have the issue checked promptly.
The repair is free. Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the parking brake cable lock nut at no charge. Owners can contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691 for more information, and can check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Smart Fortwo | 2016 |
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