Smart Fortwo Coupe owners have reported 2 problems related to power train (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Several times my 2008 Smart will not go into reverse gear. Or start sometimes as explained in many other post here. Mb said that its my clutch assemby, mb report says (1) transmission need to be removed inspect clutch disk pressure plates and thowout bearing/ clutch will not teach in causing engine lamp cost $1359. 00 and if that dont work (2) clutch assemby replacement of clutch thowout bearing pressure plate if needed when transmission is out parts only $1031. 20 this car only has 38,326 miles on it I am the 2nd owner pad got the car with 4,500 miles on it. Mb and Smartusa have been no help at all in this matter.
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My new Smart car would not shift into reverse or park. The button on the shifter lever would not depress. Many owners are finding this problem. There is a do-it-yourself fix listed. However this problem is due to faulty manufacture and needs to be recalled and replaced.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Clutch problems | |
| Transmission Gear Indicator problems | |
| Power Train Driveline problems | |
| Transmission Not Engage problems | |
| Transmission Stuck In Gear problems |