The vehicle has a high TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) count of 40, indicating potential for various minor issues or diagnostic challenges that may arise throughout its lifecycle. These can range from electrical glitches to minor drivability concerns. Estimated repair cost: $100 - $500 per incident.

2017 smart Fortwo Maintenance guide

Name: Maintenance dataset for 2017 smart Fortwo
Creator: Carfocal

v1.0Updated Jun 13, 2026Ethan Miller4 Sources Analyzed1 Critical Recalls

MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The 2017 smart Fortwo, with an 'Average' reliability verdict, presents a unique maintenance profile. Its primary concern stems from a recall affecting the steering knuckle, a critical component.

View Critical Issue: Steering Knuckle Defect

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Reliability Score

Est. Annual Maintenance Cost

$200 - $400

TSBs & Recalls

40 TSBs | 1 Recalls

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Key Takeaways

The 2017 smart Fortwo has an 'Average' reliability rating.
A critical recall exists for the steering knuckle; ensure it's addressed.

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Critical service intervals

Common failure analysis

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