2008 smart Fortwo safety record
Crash-test ratings, severity signals from owner complaints, fatal-crash involvement and safety recalls — all from official federal sources.
Not rated
NHTSA overall rating
7
complaints reporting a crash
27
complaints reporting fire
2
safety recall campaigns
Among NHTSA complaints for this model year, 6 report injuries (9 people injured, 1 deaths reported). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Fatal crash records (FARS 2020–2023). 2008 smart Fortwo vehicles were involved in 11 fatal crashes with 9 occupant deaths in federal crash records. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Crash- and fire-risk recalls
- Fire riskRear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and… · Apr 27, 2018
- Crash riskStructure · Aug 7, 2008