NHTSA Recall 17V447000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V447000; Date: Jul. 14, 2017
Failure of the left front axle steering knuckle could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Smart Fortwo; 2017 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 110
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 Smart fortwo and Smart fortwo cabriolet vehicles. Casting imperfections may result in the failure of the left front axle steering knuckle.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle steering knuckle, replacing any from the affected batch, free of charge. The recall October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 13, 2017
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