Defect Description For Recall
Smart USA Is Recalling 43 My 2008 Fortwo 451 Vehicles. A Single Batch Of Paint Sent To The Company Did Not Meet Specifications. A Re-Work Was Done In The Plant Using Different Formulations Of Painting Materials. After The Re-Work Was Completed, It Was Determined That The Combination Of Materials Used To Repaint The Frame And Chassis Could Lead To De Lamination Of The Paint Materials From The Body And Frame Structures.
Make Of Vehicle
SMART
Model Of Vehicle
FORTWO
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V390000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
Such De Laminating Can Take Place In The Area Of The Body Where The Windshield And Roof Have Been Affixed With Adhesive, Which Could Affect The Adhesion Of Those Components To The Vehicle Body, Increasing The Risk Of Separation. This Could Cause A Crash If The Roof Or Windshield Separated From The Vehicle While In Motion.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Repaint The Affected Areas To Meet Specifications. The Recall Began On August 18, 2008. Owners May Contact Smart USA At 1-248-648-2451.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Smart USA Distributor Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080401
End Of Manufacture
20080630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
43
Date Owners Notified
20081030
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Smart USA Distributor Llc
Date Report Received
20080807
Make Campaign Number
0808-001