Brake Abs Warning Light problems of the 2008 Smart Fortwo

The contact owns a 2008 Smart Fortwo. While driving approximately 35 mph, the anti-lock brake indicator illuminated. In addition, the alternator seized and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to prime motor cars (137 us route 1, scarborough, me 04074, 207-510-2250) for an unknown recall repair, but the technician stated that the failure was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.

At 45 mph, the abs light and the traction control light turn on. This deactivates both the abs and traction control systems making the car unsafe to drive at over 45 mph. A mechanic diagnosed the problem being crack in the abs sensor ring. Although a known issue, Mercedes Benz, the manufacturer of the Smart car, denies any issues with it. The repair that they performed was a replacement of the right axle shaft since they do not import a replacement sensor ring. This is a repair in excess of $700 for a $35 part. That part should not fail within such a relatively low mileage. Choosing not to repair could lead to a serious accident at speeds in excess of only 45 mph.