Optare Metrodecker recall: On affected vehicles the low voltage harness connector of the control module may experience fatigue if subjected to excessive mating cycles leading to a localised thermal incident.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the low voltage harness connector of the control module may experience fatigue if subjected to excessive mating cycles leading to a localised thermal incident.
- What to do
- Contact a Optare dealer to book the free repair. Replace the tin connector pins with gold pins that have an increased mating cycle life.�
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the low voltage harness connector of the control module may experience fatigue if subjected to excessive mating cycles leading to a localised thermal incident.
The fix
Replace the tin connector pins with gold pins that have an increased mating cycle life.�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metrodecker | 1 Jun 2019 | 30 Sep 2021 | 105 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 15 January 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.