The cable attaching the seatbelt is frayed and only being held on by a few strands of cable. My research into the problem on forums and the internet has shown that this is an issue on the drivers side seatbelt for Smart Car.
The worst 2014 smart Fortwo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine4
- Seat belts4
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Engine4
- Seat belts4
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.
DP22005
Technical service bulletins for the 2014 smart Fortwo 54
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom...
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance:...
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the...
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon,...
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can...
- Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver,...
- Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself
2014 smart Fortwo fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0L 3‑cyl | RWD | 34 | 38 | 36 |
| Electric motor Electric 68 mi range | RWD | 122 | 93 | 107 MPGe |
What 2014 smart Fortwo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The SRS light is on. Technician scanned vehicle and performed guided tests on drivers side seat airbag, found that HE airbag squib is faulty. This is an internal part of the airbag and airbag will need to be replaced.
The brake booster malfunctioned while I was driving
Driver’s seatbelt broke at the tensioner as if the cable had been cut with wire cutters. My vehicle has not been involved in a wreck. Under normal driving conditions. Safety issue is if it broke this easily what would’ve happened if I had been involved in an accident? Of course I took the vehicle immediately to a repair shop and the cost to repair is $843.31. Of course the parts have to be ordered. This is a safety issue it’s a law issue you have to have a seatbelt it’s not like I can’t live without the seatbelt. All my research shows that several people have complained about the same incident happening to them I was not driving the vehicle at the time I had just stopped at a store got back in my car and the seatbelt was broken.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. The contact was driving at 60 MPH, when the vehicle lost power and the contact noticed white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and the tow truck driver informed the contact that the radiator had burst. The contact notified park place motorcars mercedes-benz dallas (6113 lemmon ave, dallas, tx 75209) of the failure and was informed that there was no recall for the failure experienced. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic as an overheated engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed an oil leak. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to euro motorcars germantown (located at 19750 germantown rd, germantown, md 20874, (301) 601-5500) where it was diagnosed that the driver's side gear box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,666.
Loud clanking noise while driving. Was diagnosed as faulty condenser fan and lose bolts/screws which hold it in place. Mercedes-benz dealership where it was purchased said will cost $1,700-$1,800 to fix! Internet research revealed to me this is a common defect/problem. I paid almost $7,000 for my smart for two pure coupe. I should not have to be paying an additional nearly $2,000 because bolts jiggled lose.I no longer feel secure in my car.now im driving in hot florida in the summer with no A/C because I cant afford this fix.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 smart fortwo. While driving 20 MPH, the electrical system failed. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed, but the technician could not find a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 6,157.
The shoulder portion of my seat belt rides on my neck. What is the remedy for this safety problem? Ref complaint #10722112 28may15.
My seat belt shoulder strap rides on my neck.
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Questions about the 2014 smart Fortwo
Is the 2014 smart Fortwo reliable?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2014 smart Fortwo, 1.6 times a typical Fortwo model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 smart Fortwo?
Engine and cooling, with 4 complaints. Next is seat belts (4).
How many recalls does the 2014 smart Fortwo have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the smart Fortwo have bad engine?
The smart Fortwo model years with the most engine complaints are 2008 (45 complaints) and 2009 (28 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2014 smart Fortwo get?
Official estimates for the 2014 smart Fortwo range from 36 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.0L 3-cyl, RWD) gets 34 city and 38 highway.
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