CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric recalls
Steering Bolts May Break, Raising Crash Risk
Certain model year 2014-2015 Smart Fortwo coupes and convertibles, including 2014 electric versions, may have steering gear mounting bolts that can break during vehicle operation.
Most common 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
Loss of most of the braking effectiveness, resulting in a collision. This vehicle had a Virginia State inspection performed the previous month and no brake failure dash lights were noted before the collision.
My 2014 SMART FORTWO has a HV System Maintenance warning that should be included with 2014-2015 HV System recall that Mercedes has. However, My VIN is not coming up on the search. The HV System is causing the car to not charge correctly at charging stations and it is causing the system battery to drain. I don't know when the HV System light came on, but it started causing the vehicle to glitch about March 05, 2025. I have someone look at it in 2023... But it is still having HV System Maintenance problems.
My SMART ForTwo Coupe 2014 has been having a High Voltage System Maintenance alert on the dashboard. I have sought service help from AAA and PepBoys, but everyone was saying the system battery is fine. When I moved to an apartment that doesn't have electric outlets, my ability to charge was stifled. When my HV battery went under 10%, the system battery shutdown and the HV battery went into reserve mode. I searched the internet and all over the U.S. SMART ForTwo 2014 is having this problem. It's all over the forums on SMART USA website. I did a search and Mercedes has a recall for SMART 2014 - 2015 coupes and convertible with HV System errors. But when I search the NHTSA website, my vehicle d
TWICE, SO FAR THIS YEAR, WHILE DRIVING ON A MAJOR ROADWAY, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER, PUT IT IN PARK, SHUT IT OFF, AND RESTART THE SYSTEM. I CONSIDER THAT TO BE AN EXCEPTIONALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. LATER, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, I WAS TOLD THAT SMART USA WAS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, AND THAT A SOFTWARE UPGRADE WAS NEEDED. THERE WAS NO RECALL!
2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric questions
Does the 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric: Steering Bolts May Break, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Power Train (1), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric 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.