Smart Fortwo Coupe Problems by Year
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Smart Fortwo Coupe, across 4 model years (2008–2016). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (20). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Smart Fortwo Coupe years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Fortwo Coupe model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Fortwo Coupe: 20 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2015 Fortwo Coupe: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2016 Fortwo Coupe: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Smart Fortwo Coupe problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Smart Fortwo Coupe model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fortwo Coupe | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 Fortwo Coupe | 2 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2014 Fortwo Coupe | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 Fortwo Coupe | 20 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Smart Fortwo Coupe years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (20), 2015 (2), 2016 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Smart Fortwo Coupe?
Power Train, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Smart Fortwo Coupe have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.