Mercedes-Benz Smart Fortwo Recall R/2015/144: Vehicle May Roll Away, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 25 Aug 2015
- Launched
- 3
- vehicles in the UK
- SRS1501
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Smart Fortwo vehicles built between 1 August 2014 and 31 March 2015. The operating lock in the gear selector lever module may not have been assembled correctly. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the selector lever module and if necessary replace it. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The operating lock in the gear selector lever module may not have been assembled correctly. Therefore it might be possible to operate the gear selector lever without pressing the brake pedal and without the key in position ,ignition on,. If the vehicle is not properly secured with the parking brake it could start rolling by shifting from ,P, after pressing the release knob.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY Defect: The operating lock in the gear selector lever module may not have been assembled correctly. Therefore it might be possible to operate the gear selector lever without pressing the brake pedal and without the key in position �ignition on�. If the vehicle is not properly secured with the parking brake it could start rolling by shifting from �P� after pressing the release knob. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the selector lever module and if necessary replace it.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: vehicle may roll away.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the selector lever module and if necessary replace it.
Are You Affected?
Smart Fortwo built between 1 August 2014 and 31 March 2015 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 3 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRS1501 or the DVSA reference R/2015/144. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart FortwoThe bonding of the windshield might not meet specifications | Low | R/2021/265 | |
| Smart Forfour, Smart FortwoSteering knuckle incorrectly manufactured | Urgent | R/2017/252 | |
| Smart Forfour, Smart FortwoHandbrake may not hold | Urgent | R/2017/245 | |
| Smart Forfour, Smart FortwoVehicle may roll away | Low | R/2016/198 | |
| Smart FortwoMaintenance flap may detach from vehicle | Low | R/2016/092 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2015/145 on 12 Aug 2015, for front passenger airbag may not deploy. The one launched after it was R/2015/146 on 25 Aug 2015, for unintended acceleration or deceleration. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/144, launched 25 August 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.