[Recalled] Optima — Due to an internal leak of brake fluid, a short circuit may occur in the electr… | EU Safety Gate 2025-07-11

A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: Due to an internal leak of brake fluid, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven.

This Serious risk recall concerns Motor vehicles products distributed in Germany and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).

Read the full official notice →

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This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.