In this specific incident, the vehicle was at low speed, and risk was minimal however, I do not know the wind speed of the dryer mechanism. The event also placed risk to occupants, in the event of windshield glass injury and/or hood penetration into the occupant cabin. This event blocked all visibility, therefore, causing a possible crash hazard and/or a pedestrian strike. ![]() The clip was stressed to the point of breakage. It was caused by the failure of one of two plastic clips, located in the front grille. ![]() Upon the start of the drying cycle, the front "hood assembly" detached from the car and flew back, striking my windshield. In compliance with my 2013 Smart Fortwo vehicle owner's manual, I washed my vehicle in an automatic car wash, located at a fuel station.
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