Table 1 shows one common suspension related problems of the 2008 Smart Fortwo.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems |
The contact owns a 2008 Smart Fortwo. The contact observed an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the shocks were leaking fluid onto the brakes and that the brakes and shocks needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000.