Smart Fortwo owners have reported 4 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline fuel system (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Gasoline Fuel System problems |
Smart car repeatedly cuts engine power during acceleration.
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6) vehicle info 2008 Smartcar style: pure color: silver VIN: [xxx] purchase date: September 20, 2008 purchase price: $17,000. 00 beginning mileage: 417 dealer information [xxx] description/explanation of events beginning in June 2008 to September 20, 2008, I spent time doing my due diligence regarding the new Smartcar and the performance possibilities it would have in my forestry consulting business. I typically drive 4,500 to 5,000 miles per month and my Ford f-150 was using approximately 26 gallons of fuel per day at a cost of $4. 25 per gallon. This due diligence included meeting with the general manager of Smart center seattle and giving him a full description of what work I would be doing and determining how I thought the car would hold up. We even measured the clearance of a showroom car which was acceptable. I was scheduled for a test drive and was completely sold on the car and the benefits of utilizing this vehicle in my profession. I ordered a car and was told it would take up to 15 months before my car would be built and delivered. There is a program where the dealership can sell cars that were ordered and not purchased for one reason or another. The car I eventually purchased was one of these cars. I was called to see if I would like to buy this one instead of waiting the months for my car to be manufactured. With the current cost of fuel at the time, I decided to purchase the car and surplus my ordered car when it came into the dealership. The cost of the vehicle was $17,000. 00 plus the dealer prep, tax and so on, for a total price of $19,000. The vehicle had a standard 24,000 mile warranty and I was given the option to purchase an extended warranty for an additional fee, approximately $2000 if I recall correctly. Because of the high mileage I drive each year, approximately 70,000 miles, I decide.
Gas gauge on 2009 Smart Fortwo will not register full on fill up. Car has been to the dealer 3 times to have repaired and they have replaced everything associated with this issue. Still cannot fix.
Gas gauge does not register full on fill ups.