Solo, Versa,MetroCity, Tempo
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0740/19 |
| Brand | Optare |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Published | 17 May 2019 |
Risk Description
A surge protector device is fitted across the vehicle batteries to prevent damage to vehicle components if the vehicle is jump started. This device can, over time, become corroded internally resulting in a short circuit which can overheat the device until it catches fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 26/04/2019
Product Description
Single deck bus