Mercedes-Benz Smart Fortwo Recall R/2015/147: Vehicle May Roll Away, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 25 Aug 2015
- Launched
- 65
- vehicles in the UK
- SRS1503
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Smart Fortwo vehicles built between 1 April 2015 and 31 May 2015. The software of the transmission control unit in vehicles with dual clutch transmission may not be correct. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and update the transmission control unit software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The software of the transmission control unit in vehicles with dual clutch transmission may not be correct. As a result the operating lock of the transmission selector lever may not function as intended causing in some circumstances the vehicle to roll when not expected.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY Defect: The software of the transmission control unit in vehicles with dual clutch transmission may not be correct. As a result the operating lock of the transmission selector lever may not function as intended causing in some circumstances the vehicle to roll when not expected. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the transmission control unit software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause in some circumstances the vehicle to roll when not expected.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and update the transmission control unit software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Smart Fortwo built between 1 April 2015 and 31 May 2015 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 65 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 SRS1503 or the DVSA reference R/2015/147. 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/2015/146 on 25 Aug 2015, for unintended acceleration or deceleration. The one launched after it was R/2015/170 on 25 Aug 2015, for automatic gear selection may not perform as expected. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/147, 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.