SMART FORTWO CABRIOLET 2017: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V447000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SMART | FORTWO CABRIOLET | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-10-13 | 2017-07-14 | 2017-07-18 |
Production Dates: 2017-03-27 - 2017-06-06
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2017090002
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 110
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2017 smart fortwo and smart fortwo Cabriolet vehicles. Casting imperfections may result in the failure of the left front axle steering knuckle.
Failure of the left front axle steering knuckle could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle steering knuckle, replacing any from the affected batch, free of charge. The recall October 13, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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.
