SMART FORTWO 2009: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V273000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SMART | FORTWO | 2009 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-07-30 | 2018-04-27 | 2018-05-02 |
Production Dates: 2007-09-20 - 2009-11-02
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2018060010
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 42781
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2008-2009 smart fortwo cabrio and fortwo coupe vehicles. The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.
If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began in July 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060010.
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.
