Does the 2008 Smart Fortwo have any recalls?

The 2008 Smart Fortwo has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with structure:frame and members.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2008 Smart Fortwo?

175 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Smart Fortwo.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 Smart Fortwo?

There are 47 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Smart Fortwo.

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2008 Smart Fortwo service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Passion Coupe 2-Door
Pure Coupe 2-Door
Pulse Coupe 2-Door
Passion Cabrio Convertible 2-Door

Engines covered

1.0L 999CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
1.0L 1000CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1.0L 999CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2008 Smart Fortwo Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #08V39000007/08/2008Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

SMART USA IS RECALLING 43 MY 2008 FORTWO 451 VEHICLES. A SINGLE BATCH OF PAINT SENT TO THE COMPANY DID NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS. A RE-WORK WAS DONE IN THE PLANT USING DIFFERENT FORMULATIONS OF PAI

Consequence

SUCH DE LAMINATING CAN TAKE PLACE IN THE AREA OF THE BODY WHERE THE WINDSHIELD AND ROOF HAVE BEEN AF

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPAINT THE AFFECTED AREAS TO MEET SPECIFICATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 200

TSB #11031580

Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compe

TSB #11019018

Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the

TSB #11017500

Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment o

TSB #11017496

Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Remedy NOTE: If a pr

TSB #11015640

Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as t

TSB #11009122

Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor housing leaks. 3.2. Pump fitting leaks. 3.3. Wa

TSB #11008091

TSB #11007974

Showing the 8 most recent of 47 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20131119Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported2 injured

THE 2008 SMART CAR, HAS BEEN CONSISTENTLY, SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL, WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY, WHEN ENTERING, OR EXITING A HIGHWAY, OR AT AN INTERSECTION (SPEED CHANGES). THE CAR SHIFTS INTO NEUTRAL, AND T

20131119Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported2 injured

20131017Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported2 injured

SMART CAR HAD HISTORY OF NOT GOING IN REVERSE. "R" WOULD NOT COME UP ON SCREEN, CAR WOULD JUST ROLL FORWARD, HITTING VEHICLE(S) IN FRONT. THEN FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS, (2 YEARS) CAR WOULD GO INTO NEUT

20120124Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported1 injured

2008 SMART CAR FORTWO, WAS SOUTH BOUND,WHEN IT LEFT THE ROAD ON THE LEFT AND THE FRONT RIGHT TIRE DUG INTO SOFT DIRT. *BF THE VEHICLE ROLLED AND CAME TO REST UPRIGHT. ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT

20111121Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SMART FORTWO VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH AROUND A CURVE, THE VEHICLE FLIPPED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE POLICE WERE CONTA

Showing the 5 most serious of 175 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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