The following chart shows the Smart models that have had the most problems reported. Note that a model on the top of the list may simply indicate that it is a popular model rather than a problematic car. For example, over the years, Smart has sold far more Fortwo model cars than the Fortwo Coupe model.
| Smart Model | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fortwo | |
| Fortwo Cabrio | |
| Fortwo Coupe |
Owners of Smart cars have reported a total of 535 problems across all Smart models built from 2019 to 2005. The average number of problems per model year in this period, reported across all Smart models, is 41.2. Cars from Smart's 2008 model year have the most problems reported (220 problems).
| Model Year | Number of Problems |
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The following chart shows the most common problems reported across all models of Smart cars. The number one most common problem of Smart cars is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling, with 109 problems reported. The second most common Smart car problem is related to the vehicle's power train (83 problems).
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