NHTSA recall 15V-192 (15V192000)

steering recall reported March 31, 2015.

NHTSA campaign number: 15V192000
Also written as: 15V-192
Reported: March 31, 2015
Component: steering

What is being recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Smart Fortwo Coupes and Convertibles, and 2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric and Fortwo Convertible Electric vehicles. The affected vehicles have steering gear mounting bolts which may break during vehicle operation.

Why it is dangerous

If the steering gear mounting bolts break, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Smart customer service at 1-800-762-7887.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-192 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Smart Fortwo - 2014

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