2009 smart Fortwo engine problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2009 smart Fortwo — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I sent an email not to long ago regarding my smartfortwo. I wanted to cancel or delete my complaint. Appears that my issue has nothing to do with key reprogramming. My issue is likely clutch / actuator issue. Please cancel, delete, ignore the complaint that is in error. *tr”
filed Jun 15, 2020
“Today I received a third (3rd) recall notification for my 2009 smart four two coupe rear engine insulation mat. The notice states the current mat could increase the risk of fire. Each time I have contacted the dealer (55 miles distant) they have informed they are out of stock of this item. I've…”
filed May 4, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over…Campaign 18V273000 · Apr 27, 2018
Engine problems in other Fortwo years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fortwo | 8 | 38% |
| 2013 Fortwo | 6 | 24% |
| 2008 Fortwo | 33 | 24% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 smart Fortwo
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.