2008 smart Fortwo engine complaints

Filed Feb 18, 2014 · Engine · 39,457 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 smart fortwo passion convertible. The contact stated while driving highway speeds, the vehicle stalled without any warnings. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the engine wiring harness was touching the body of the vehicle causing a short circuit. In addition, the contact mentioned that the engine warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that one of the cylinder valves burned causing the failure and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 39,457 and the current mileage was 48,500.

Filed Jan 29, 2014 · Engine · 30,000 miles · CA

Driving on I - 10 down by palm springs. The car started to slow down, shifted to 4th gear. Soon after the car slowed down more and pulled over. The engine stopped and wasn't able to restart it. Had the car towed to smart riverside, where they said the engine had over heated and blew out the engine. There were no warning that the engine was getting too hot. All fluids were checked, prior to the incident.

Filed May 7, 2011 · Engine · 26,380 miles · MD

2008 smart fourtwo passion. 25,380 miles. Car failed to start. Towed to dealership and was informed that the cylinder head had cracked. Engine had to essentially be completely rebuilt. Initial cost estimate was over $6000. After much haggling it was lowered to $3000. Note the smart warranty is 2 years, 24,000 miles.

Filed Apr 22, 2011 · Engine · 34,000 miles · MI

Fan blower motor started making noise and had to be replaced. Repaired at dealership costs $100 with extended warranty.

Filed Sep 30, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 23,500 miles · FL

Engine stops after making a harsh left turn- such as in a u-turn. Checked for physical touching of inserted key and that is not the case. Motor starts immediately when placed in neutral and ignition key is turned.