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🧸 Product DE June 5, 2026

Smart — EQ fortwo cabrio, EQ fortwo coupe

Passenger car.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Smart — EQ fortwo cabrio, EQ fortwo coupe
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
The wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications. The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents.
Origin
Germany

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in DE.
📈 Timeline
5 days active so far
June 6, 2026 June 10, 2026

What is this? This is about some Smart cars made in Germany. The wheel bolts may not be tight enough.

What's happening? The bolts could come loose while driving. The wheel might fall off. This could cause an accident.

Does this affect me? If you own one of these Smart cars, you could be at risk.

What should I do? Stop driving the car. Take it to a garage right away. Ask your mechanic what to do next.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications. The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents. · Origin: Germany

First published
June 5, 2026
Last refreshed by us
8 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099004

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What is this product recall alert about?
Smart — EQ fortwo cabrio, EQ fortwo coupe. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications. The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents. · Origin...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 5, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Germany.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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