Body and structurePart report

2011 Smart Fortwo Body and structure Problems

Complaints: 1about this part
Share: 6%of 16 total for the year
Median mileage: 15,000miles
Trend: Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the body and structure of the 2011 Smart Fortwo, 6% of the 16 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 15,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Related service bulletins

11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
10135686May 10, 2016Outside door handle does not return to end position

Body and structure: other model years

Year	Complaints	Share of year
2016	2	10%
2013	2	8%
2012	1	13%
2011	1	6%
2010	1	17%
2009	10	10%
2008	8	6%

Other parts of the 2011 Smart Fortwo

Engine
5 complaints Electrical system
4 complaints Seat belts
4 complaints Brakes
2 complaints Transmission and drivetrain
2 complaints Fuel system
1 complaints Other or unknown
1 complaints Tires
1 complaints Vehicle speed control
1 complaints Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2011 Smart Fortwo

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology