Smart EQ fortwo cabrio, EQ fortwo coupe passenger car — injuries risk (SR/01579/26)
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
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.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer (18/05/2026)
Product description
Passenger car.
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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