Smart Fortwo recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 14, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2017 Smart Fortwo, Fortwo Cabriolet

Recall number

17V447000

Brand / firm

Smart

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 110 units

Why it was recalled

Failure of the left front axle steering knuckle could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.