NHTSARecalled Jul 16, 2017 · #17V448000
Parking Brake Cable may Loosen
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 smart fortwo vehicles. In these vehicles, the lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time, resulting in increased parking brake lever travel before the parking brake engages. As the parking brake lever travel increases, the holding force may decrease to a point where the vehicle is no longer safely secured in all parking situations, allowing the vehicle to unexpectedly move when parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Parking Brake Cable may Loosen
- 2016 smart fortwo
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable lock nut, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.