Most common 2015 Smart fortwo problems
Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Smart fortwo complaints by model year
Best fortwo years: 2010, 2012, 2015. Years to avoid: 2008, 2009, 2013, 2016. Compare all years →
2015 Smart fortwo recalls (1)
Steering
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Smart Fortwo Coupes and Convertibles, and 2014 Fortwo Coupe Electric and Fortwo Convertible Electric vehicles. The affected vehicles have steering gear mounting bolts which may break during vehicle operation.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Smart customer service at 1-800-762-7887.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2015 Smart fortwo:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA 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 NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
2015 Smart fortwo engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | RWD | 122 / 93 / 107 MPGe | 68 mi |
| 1.0L 3-cyl | 5-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 34 / 38 / 36 | — |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Smart fortwo a good car?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 fortwo rates better than average: 47% fewer complaints than a typical year of the fortwo at the same age. It is one of the best fortwo years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Smart fortwo?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the stability & traction control (1) and transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many recalls does the 2015 Smart fortwo have?
There is 1 recall for the 2015 Smart fortwo, the most recent from March 31, 2015 (steering). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Smart fortwo?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010, 2012 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2009, 2013 and 2016. See the full Smart fortwo years comparison.
At what mileage do 2015 Smart fortwo problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 57% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.