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Vehicle recall 18V273000 · April 27, 2018

2008-2009 smart Fortwo

The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2008-2009 smart fortwo cabrio and fortwo coupe vehicles. The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.
Consequence
If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began in July 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060010.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
18V273000
Reported to NHTSA
April 27, 2018
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
2018060010
Owner notification
July 30, 2018
Vehicles potentially affected
42,781
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system; Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Recall 18V273000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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