Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2011 smart fortwo recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2011 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Safety recalls0
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 hNo recall campaigns found for the 2011 smart fortwo
NHTSA's model names don't always match the VIN decode, so read this as “none found”, not “none exist”.
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Owner complaints by component16
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 31 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 25 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 25 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 13 |
| Power train | 2 | 13 |
| Tires | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 6 |
| Structure | 1 | 6 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 6 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Tires
“175 55 r15 Tge tires wires startes to unravelling and chabgibg the ahape of tge tire.”
- Seat belts
“The driver side seat belt latch has failed for the second time in 2 years. The male end can not be inserted into the female end.”
- Electrical system
“The metal seat belt connector frayed in to two pieces. Replaced with oem part. It frayed again. It's a 2011 driven by a 75 yr.old senior citizen. Mercedes accused owner of maliciously cutting cable.”
Other smart fortwo model years
- 20151 recall11 complaints
- 20141 recall18 complaints
- 20130 recalls25 complaints
- 20110 recalls16 complaints
- 20091 recall111 complaints
- 20082 recalls177 complaints
All years: 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2011 · 2009 · 2008
2011 smart fortwo recall questions
How many recalls does the 2011 smart fortwo have?
NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2011 smart fortwo. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.
What is the most common complaint about the 2011 smart fortwo?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 16 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2011 smart fortwo?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.