AI DamageSmart: common problems by model
5 Smart models with NHTSA data and repair videos. Pick a model, then a model year.
Models
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 | 28 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 | 36 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 12 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.