Optare Metrodecker: 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.
Recall Summary Optare is recalling 105 Metrodecker buses because the low voltage connector on the control module can wear out over time and potentially overheat. The issue occurs when the connector is plugged and unplugged repeatedly during maintenance or repairs. Optare will replace the connector pins with more durable gold pins that can withstand more mating cycles.
- Recalling firm
- OPTARE
- Product
- Vehicles: OPTARE METRODECKER. Units affected: 105
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: Replace the tin connector pins with gold pins that have an increased mating cycle life.�
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2024-01-15
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/628cfe1e-185b-4e01-b996-c6c1927b1fcd