2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Fortwo Cabriolet?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet recalls

Steering Knuckle May Fail, Risking Loss of Vehicle Control

Recall 17V447Jul 14, 2017110 vehicles affected

Casting imperfections in the left front axle steering knuckle may cause it to fail.

Most common 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Seat Belts1

What owners report

2017-10-07, Seat Belts
PASSENGER SEAT BELT STOP SECURING THE BUCKLE NO APPARENT REASON
2017-09-01, Power Train
THE CAR HAS A INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. WHEN SHIFTED THE TRANSMISSION LEVER TO THE REVERSE POSITION THE SHIFT INDICATOR ON THE INFORMATION CENTER WILL SHOW BLANK AND A HIGH PITCH BEEPING SOUND WILL BE HEARD.

2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet questions

Does the 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet: Steering Knuckle May Fail, Risking Loss of Vehicle Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Seat Belts (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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