2008 smart Fortwo vs 2009 smart Fortwo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 smart Fortwo | 2009 smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 139 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 48 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 27 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 36 | 36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,179 mi | 39,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | smart Fortwo | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 31 | 27 |
| Engine | 33 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 9 |
| Structure | 8 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 5 |
2008 smart Fortwo
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.