Optare · Solo, Versa,MetroCity, Tempo

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.

Published: 17 May 2019
Notifying authority: United Kingdom
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 26/04/2019

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/0740/19

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Fire
Country of origin: United Kingdom

Product description

Single deck bus