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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2024 Leapmotor T03

Leapmotor entered the UK market in late 2024 through a Stellantis partnership, launching the budget T03 city car and the larger C10 family SUV simultaneously. The T03 attracted attention as one of the most affordable new EVs available, while the C10 offered a 69.9kWh battery with around 260 miles of real-world range.

What changed for 2024

  • •UK market launch via Stellantis dealer network (Peugeot/Citroën/Fiat)
  • •T03 priced from under £16,000—cheapest new EV in UK
  • •C10 with 69.9kWh LFP battery and 263-mile WLTP range
  • •7-year/100,000-mile warranty and 8-year battery warranty

Common MOT watch-outs

  • !T03 "cable connected, charging not started" fault
  • !Cold-weather charging performance can be poor without preconditioning
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Known Issues
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Serious
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Moderate
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Minor

All Known Issues

Charging Failure ("Cable Connected, Charging Not Started")

SeriousElectrics & Electronics

A widespread issue where the T03 refuses to start charging despite the cable being connected. The display shows "charging not started" and the car appears to wait indefinitely. May require 12V battery reset or dealer intervention.

Est. Repair Cost: £0–£200 (12V reset or dealer fix)
Warning Signs:

"Cable connected, charging not started" message, Wallbox shows "Waiting for car", Charging won't initiate on any charger

What to Inspect:
  • Test charging at dealer before collection
  • Ask if the car has had the BMS fix
  • Try disconnecting 12V battery for 15 minutes to reset
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Cold Weather Charging Issues

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

In cold temperatures, the T03 may refuse to charge or charge very slowly. Battery preconditioning can help but the car does not always trigger it automatically.

Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Software/usage adjustment)
Warning Signs:

Charging failing in cold weather, Very slow charge rates in winter, Battery preconditioning not activating

What to Inspect:
  • Preheat the battery via app before charging
  • Test charging on a cold morning
  • Check if preconditioning works
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Infotainment Startup Lag

MinorElectrics & Electronics

The central screen can take a while to "wake up" after the car is turned on, sometimes delaying access to the reversing camera.

Est. Repair Cost: £0 (software fix)
Warning Signs:

Screen black for several seconds, Slow response to touch initially, Bluetooth takes time to connect

What to Inspect:
  • Time the screen startup from cold
  • Test reversing camera immediately
  • Check for OTA updates
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Overzealous ADAS / Lane Keeping

MinorSteering

The lane-keeping assistance and lane departure warning are extremely intrusive, frequently nudging the steering wheel on narrow roads and beeping constantly. Disabling requires navigating the touchscreen while stationary.

Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Software adjustment)
Warning Signs:

Constant beeping on narrow roads, Steering wheel tugging, Distraction warnings when trying to disable systems

What to Inspect:
  • Test drive on narrow country roads
  • Check ADAS settings are accessible
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Buying Tips for 2024 Leapmotor T03

  • ✓Test charging at both AC and DC stations before collection on the T03
  • ✓Verify which Stellantis dealer is authorised to service your car
  • ✓Check for the latest software updates—early versions had significant bugs
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