Component Description
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20070920
End Date Of Manufacturing
20091102
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
42781
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20180730
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
ODI
Mfg
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Report Received Date
20180427
Record Creation Date
20180502
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
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.
Consequence Summary
If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary
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.
Recall Notes
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.