How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Smart Fortwo?

11 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Smart Fortwo.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 Smart Fortwo?

There are 53 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Smart Fortwo.

2012 Smart Fortwo Service and Repair Manual

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2012 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.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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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

Pearlgrey Coupe 2-Door
Electric Drive Convertible 2-Door
Passion Coupe 2-Door
MHD Coupe 2-Door
Pearlgrey Convertible 2-Door
Pure Coupe 2-Door
Brabus Cabrio Convertible 2-Door
Passion Convertible 2-Door
Brabus Coupe 2-Door
Electric Drive Coupe 2-Door
Passion Cabrio Convertible 2-Door

Engines covered

1.0L 999CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
1.0L 1000CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1.0L 999CC 61Cu. In. l3 GAS DOHC 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

2012 Smart Fortwo Recalls & Complaints

No active recalls The 2012 Smart Fortwo has no recalls on file with NHTSA.

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 53 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20160916Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND AND PUSHED INTO ANOTHER CAR ON INTERSTATE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

20141028Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SMART FORTWO. WHILE AT A STOP SIGN, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS

20220118Component: SEAT BELTS

The driver side seat belt mount, which in this case is a steel cable, has mostly broken and frayed rendering it unsafe to drive. In the event of an accident, it would certainly break completely. I onl

20180711Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SMART FORTWO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOKEY MERC

20170317Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TRANSMISSION WILL GO INTO THREE BARS AND NOT SHIFT ON HIGHWAYS AND PARKWAYS, USUALLY ABLE TO SAFELY DRIVE UNDER POWER TO SIDE OF ROAD SOMETIMES GOES INTO NEUTRAL AND HAVE TO COAST TO SIDE. OCCURS WIT

Showing the 5 most serious of 11 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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