Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2005 SMART FORTWOTransport Canada Recall #2012400
Defect
On certain vehicles, corrosion and/or dust accumulation may impair the function of the driver and passenger door latches and cause the latch pawl to stick. If this occurs, the door will not latch when shut and will remain unsecured. A vehicle operated in this condition would present a higher risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door latches with a modified version.
10,242 vehicles affected