Seat Belt Problems of Smart Fortwo

Smart Fortwo owners have reported 34 seat belt related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common seat belt problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seat belt (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat belt buckle assembly (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Seat Belt related problems of Smart Fortwo


Recently reported Seat Belt problems of Smart Fortwo

The Seat Belt problem

Seat belt anchor to vehicle on driver side of vehicle frayed and broke away with normal routine use.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2008 Smart Fortwo. The contact stated the drivers side seat belt does not latch. The front hood latch came apart causing the hood to separate from the vehicle while driving 55 mph. No one was injured and a crash did not occur.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

The contact owns a 2009 Smart Fortwo. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The dealer stated that the driver side seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.   Read details...




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