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2008 smart fortwo repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (4%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (10%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 416 repairs.
2008 smart fortwo brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 smart fortwo 2dr Hatch
70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD
| 40200 mi US $60 |
05/24/2012 40,492 miles 1. 40,000 mile service ($413.24 of total). 2. Brake Pedal squeak ($60 of total). 3. Front Brake Pads replaced ($189.50 of total) |
| 18000 mi US $472 |
Replaced front brake pads and rotors. |
| 23354 mi US $370 |
Anti-lock braking and hill holder were non-functioning. Dealer found fault in left rear wheel RPM sensor was inoperative. Dealer replaced sensor. |
| 17700 mi US $735 |
Left rear axel ring cracked |
| 91000 mi US $1900 |
ABS would turn on randomly, had to return TWICE and spent 1900$ Both rear axles and one ABS sensor replaced, before finally after the third trip to dealer problem turned out to be a loose wiring harness for ABS. |
| 151800 mi US $480 |
A rear tone ring lost a cog and had to be replaced. The car would brake, but the ABS was not operational. |
2008 smart fortwo 2dr Convertible
70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD
| 2000 mi | As the car was being loaded onto the tow truck, the ESP light came on. Parts successfully replaced for the Electronic Stability Program. |
| 57000 mi US $800 |
Brakes worn and required replacement. |
| 36500 mi | Brake pedal squeaks when depressed. Dropped front tray, secondary cover, and brake pedal carrier cover. Isolated squeak to pedal return spring rubbing on shaft. Lubricated with white lithium grease. |
| 89000 mi US $315 |
Parking brake would not disengage. rear brake pads "locked" and damaged requiring get replacement. |
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