MYRModel Year Report

2014 Smart Fortwo

○ Not enough data
2014 Smart Fortwo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:40:31.413Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Smart Fortwo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2008: 139 complaints 2009: 100 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2011: 16 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2013: 25 complaints 2013 2014: 13 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 21 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019
2014: 13 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
20052
2008139
2009100
20106
201116
20128
201325
201413
20156
201621
20177
20181
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

4 of 13 total reports mention: seat belts.

ENGINE

4 of 13 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210326

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SMART FORTWO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE KEY WOULD MOVE FROM THE RUN POSITION CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150130

WHILE DRIVING AT A STEADY SPEED OF 40MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER. YOU COULD HEAR THAT THE CYLINDERS AND PISTONS STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE HAD 2 GALLONS OF GAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140515

WHEELS

1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.

Show complaint excerpts

LOCAL STREET. RAN OVER A ~4 INCH BOLT IN ROADWAY. PUNCTURED TIRE, BUT THEN THE BOLT KNOCKED 4 HOLES IN THE WHEEL (RIM). I DO NOT CONSIDER A BOLT IN THE ROADWAY TO BE AN UNUSUAL HAZARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140825

SUSPENSION

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

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!

NHTSA ODI report, 20190723

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Smart Fortwo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2014 Smart Fortwo reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Smart Fortwo?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Smart Fortwo have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.