NHTSA Campaign 20V107000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · Reported Feb 24, 2020 · 1 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMART | FORTWO | 2019 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V107000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.