Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 1, 2025 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric, across 2 model years (2014–2015). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2014, with 4 complaints
2014: 4201442015: 320153

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Fortwo Coupe Electric model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric: 4 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2015 Fortwo Coupe Electric: 3 complaints, 0 recalls

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 Electric problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System210
Service Brakes221
Power Train110
Seat Belts110

All Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2015 Fortwo Coupe Electric30—Seat Belts
2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric41—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (4), 2015 (3). 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 Electric?

Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Smart Fortwo Coupe Electric have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.