2019 Smart Fortwo Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fortwo years
- Not enough data 12th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Smart Fortwo. That ranks 12th out of 13 Fortwo model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
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- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Smart Fortwo problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Smart Fortwo recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery; electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2019 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive vehicle. A welded joint within the high-voltage battery main cell conductors may detach and interrupt electrical contact, resulting in sudden battery failure. The detached weld may also cause an electrical arc which can ignite inside the battery cells.
Risk: If the high-voltage battery fails, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical arc inside the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the high-voltage battery, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030009.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Faulty n83 and Electric Drive Failure occured after charging @ public charging center. No longer under warranty but currently owe 5k on Mercedes lease . Mercedes dealership recommended replacement of both @ 16k I leased the car from them used . Time when lease began 19k
Other Smart Fortwo years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Fortwo | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Fortwo | 7 | 1 |
| 2016 Fortwo | 21 | 1 |
| 2015 Fortwo | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 Fortwo | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 Fortwo | 25 | 0 |
| 2012 Fortwo | 8 | 0 |
| 2011 Fortwo | 16 | 0 |
| 2010 Fortwo | 6 | 0 |
| 2009 Fortwo | 100 | 1 |
| 2008 Fortwo | 140 | 2 |
| 2005 Fortwo | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Smart Fortwo?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Smart Fortwo?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Smart Fortwo a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fortwo model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.