NHTSA Recall 20V107000: Traction battery (electrical system) and 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2019 smart Fortwo.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V107000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020030009 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | February 24, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 8, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2019 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive vehicle. A welded joint within the high-voltage battery main cell conductors may detach and interrupt electrical contact, resulting in sudden battery failure. The detached weld may also cause an electrical arc which can ignite inside the battery cells.
Safety risk
If the high-voltage battery fails, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical arc inside the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the high-voltage battery, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030009.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V107000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| smart Fortwo | 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.