Smart rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the engine and engine cooling engine. Here is what owners need to know.
The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.
If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-273.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2008–2009 | Smart Fortwo |
What changed
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