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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WMEEK31X78K104161 · Checked Aug 14, 2026
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WMEEK31X78K•••••• 2008 Smart FORTWO

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Structure Apr 2020
2008 smart for two passion. Consumer writes in regards to rear insulation mat safety recall. *ld
Engine Jun 2018
The contact owns a 2008 smart fortwo. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V273000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Unknown Or Other Jun 2008
Just received my recall #18V273. I have a question : this recall concerns 2008-2009 model years only. Since mb made some sort of change in 2010, how long have they known about this issue ? Since 2010 ? Why am I just now finding out about it in 2018 ? Did mb try to hide this…
Engine Feb 2013
The contact owns a 2008 smart fortwo passion convertible. The contact stated while driving highway speeds, the vehicle stalled without any warnings. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the engine wiring harness was touching the body of the…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WMEEK31X78K104161 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.