Smart Cars Recalled for Fire Risk
Smart Cars Recalled for Fire Risk

Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for roughly 43,000 Smart cars for a defect that can cause the engine to catch fire. According to the automaker, the rear insulation mat in the vehicle can deform and loosen over time. It can then come into contact with hot exhaust system parts and catch fire.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) began investigating the defect in 2016. There have been 27 reports of engine fires in the Smart cars and one injury related to the defect.

The recalled vehicles include model year 2008 and 2009 cabrio and coupe Smart cars in the U.S. Mercedes will notify vehicle owners of the recall, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with a safer version.

“If you receive a recall notification for your vehicle, make sure you set up the repair with the dealer as soon as possible,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.

Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the California personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured by a defective product and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today at (760) 777-7777 for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, El Centro, and Yucca Valley, and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.

DISCLAIMER: The Walter Clark Legal Group blog is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended as legal or medical advice. References to laws are based on general legal practices and vary by location. Information reported comes from secondary news sources. We do handle these types of cases, but whether or not the individuals and/or loved ones involved in these accidents choose to be represented by a law firm is a personal choice we respect. Should you find any of the information incorrect, we welcome you to contact us with corrections.

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