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smart fortwo repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (9%)

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smart fortwo brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (39%)

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2017 smart fortwo 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 89hp 0.9L I3 6-speed automated manual RWD

39000 mi

US $116
brake pad replacement 

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2015 smart fortwo 2dr Hatch

70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD

28255 mi

US $589
The pads were worn to the point that the rotors were in danger of being damaged. The pads were replaced. 

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2014 smart fortwo 2dr Hatch

74-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

13400 mi Brakes stopped working. Dealer replaced vacuum pump, wiring harness, and drivetrain control board. 

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2009 smart fortwo 2dr Hatch

70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD

37000 mi

US $165
ABS sensor cracked. purchased part at Smart dealer, had local shop install. 
12400 mi

$65
ABS warning light was on continuously along with another triangle symbol on the dash. The mechanic repaired the ABS system and the computer sending unit. 
28474 mi

US $287
Inspection showed Rotors & Pads Worn. Replaced front rotors & Pads 
80000 mi

US $330
replaced front brake calipers, rear brake cylinders, all brake pads, front rotors, rear drums (both rear drums were intermittently dragging and one front caliper was dragging) 
9000 mi

US $325
Traction control system dropped out repeatedly. Service claims operating as designed. Will take back again. 
155000 mi

US $50
Rear brake shoe delaminated. Replaced all brake shoes. 
34500 mi

US $20
ABS reluctor rings got fouled. 

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2009 smart fortwo 2dr Convertible

70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD

21080 mi

C $500
At highway speed, ABS warning light comes on. Dealer stated repair would involve replacing axle. 
31100 mi

C $1000
ABS ring on left rear axle cracked. Had to replace the entire rear left axle 

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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) 
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. 
17700 mi

US $735
Left rear axel ring cracked 
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. 
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. 

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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. 
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. 
57000 mi

US $800
Brakes worn and required replacement. 
89000 mi

US $315
Parking brake would not disengage. rear brake pads "locked" and damaged requiring get replacement. 

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