Germany
Smart passenger cars EQ fortwo cabrio and EQ fortwo coupe (type e1*2001/116*0413*48 (451), barcode 4090106, batch 17.11.2022–04.12.2025) are affected. They were recalled because wheel bolts were not tightened to torque specifications, so bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while driving, increasing the risk of accidents and meaning the vehicle does not comply with approval regulations. Consumers are asked to comply with the voluntary manufacturer recall and return the product as instructed.
What's being recalled
Passenger car.
Country of origin: Germany.
How to identify it
Safety Gate alert SR/01579/26
Product name on the item: EQ fortwo cabrio, EQ fortwo coupe
Type or model: e1*2001/116*0413*48 (451)
Barcode: 4090106
Batch: 17.11.2022 - 04.12.2025
The hazard
The wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications. The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
What to do
Product recall from consumers (voluntary, manufacturer).
The official notice
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