Skoda recalls

On affected vehicles in the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed the front airbag gas generator could burst sending metal fragments into the vehicle. This could cause serious harm or fatal injuries to the driver and their passengers.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver side.

4 vehicles · built 2 Aug 2016 to 16 Jun 2017

On affected vehicles in the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed the front airbag gas generator could burst sending metal fragments into the vehicle. This could cause serious harm or fatal injuries to the driver and their passengers.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver side.

1 vehicles · built 30 Nov 2016 to 30 Nov 2016

On affected vehicles in the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed the front airbag gas generator could burst sending metal fragments into the vehicle. This could cause serious harm or fatal injuries to the driver and their passengers.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver side.

2 vehicles · built 8 Feb 2016 to 18 Apr 2017

On affected vehicles in the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed the front airbag gas generator could burst sending metal fragments into the vehicle. This could cause serious harm or fatal injuries to the driver and their passengers.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver side.

1 vehicles · built 9 Mar 2017 to 9 Mar 2017

On affected vehicles in the event of an accident in which the airbag is deployed the front airbag gas generator could burst sending metal fragments into the vehicle. This could cause serious harm or fatal injuries to the driver and their passengers.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver side.

1 vehicles · built 12 Apr 2017 to 12 Apr 2017

Škoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This situation may reduce the protective effect of the side airbag which could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired. We strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Škoda service center as soon as possible to arrange a repair date. In the first instance we ask that you contact your local ŠKODA authorised repairer as soon as possible to make an appointment. The ŠKODA authorised repairer closest to you can be found on https://tools.skoda.co.uk/find-a-retailer

Fix: The vehicle will be fitted with sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed.

3,572 vehicles · built 23 Oct 2024 to 17 May 2025

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

49 vehicles · built 9 Apr 2013 to 9 Jun 2015

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

21 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2013 to 10 Nov 2015

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

9 vehicles · built 10 Nov 2012 to 17 Sep 2014

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

11 vehicles · built 6 Jan 2014 to 18 Jan 2016

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

8 vehicles · built 10 Dec 2012 to 15 Mar 2016

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

6 vehicles · built 14 Jun 2013 to 16 Dec 2015

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

3 vehicles · built 24 Oct 2013 to 24 Oct 2013

On affected vehicles the propellant in the front airbag may deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature fluctuations. As a result in the event of an accident and airbag deployment fragments could detach from the generator housing and injure the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Replace the front airbag on the driver's side.

1 vehicles · built 16 May 2016 to 16 May 2016

On affected vehicles there is a risk in the event of an accident that if the passenger airbag is activated the protective effect of the airbag may be reduced and the gas generator cover may rupture resulting in serious or fatal injuries.

Fix: Replace the passenger airbag. Whilst waiting for repair vehicle owners are advised to deactivate the passenger airbag according to the owner's manual and not to use the passenger seat during this time.

124 vehicles · built 12 Sep 2022 to 17 Mar 2025

On affected vehicles there is a risk in the event of an accident that if the passenger airbag is activated the protective effect of the airbag may be reduced and the gas generator cover may rupture resulting in serious or fatal injuries.

Fix: Replace the passenger airbag. Whilst waiting for repair vehicle owners are advised to deactivate the passenger airbag according to the owner's manual and not to use the passenger seat during this time.

55 vehicles · built 20 Jan 2025 to 17 Mar 2025

On certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine compartment.

Fix: A check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed.

15,729 vehicles · built 4 May 2020 to 14 Nov 2023

On certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine compartment.

Fix: A check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed.

15,729 vehicles · built 27 Jun 2019 to 23 Nov 2023

On affected vehicles airbags have been fitted which may rupture when activated and may not function properly.

Fix: Replace the passenger airbag module with a modified unit.

3,844 vehicles · built 16 Sep 2021 to 16 Jun 2022

Certain vehicles may be fitted with a wheel bearing housing containing cavities in the material.

Fix: Inspect the vehicle and if necessary replace the rear left wheel bearing housing.

2 vehicles · built 17 Apr 2023 to 17 Apr 2023

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

43 vehicles · built 14 Oct 2013 to 30 Mar 2017

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

5 vehicles · built 25 May 2015 to 1 Apr 2017

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

4 vehicles · built 28 Jun 2013 to 16 Jun 2014

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

4 vehicles · built 12 Jun 2015 to 5 Jun 2017

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

1 vehicles · built 5 Jun 2013 to 5 Jun 2013

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

1 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2013 to 6 Nov 2013

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

1 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2013 to 14 Feb 2013

On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.

Fix: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.

4 vehicles · built 5 Nov 2013 to 22 Jan 2015

The fuse in the high-voltage system of plug-in hybrid vehicles was partly produced with an insufficient amount of so-called fire extinguishing sand.

Fix: An additional protective insulating mat is to be fitted over the switch box of the high-voltage battery.

2,038 vehicles · built 12 Dec 2019 to 14 Feb 2022

The fuse in the high-voltage system of plug-in hybrid vehicles was partly produced with an insufficient amount of so-called fire extinguishing sand.

Fix: An additional protective insulating mat is to be fitted over the switch box of the high-voltage battery.

2,038 vehicles · built 12 Dec 2019 to 14 Feb 2022

On affected vehicles engine compartment covers were fitted that regardless of use (very sporty driving style or poor road condition) and operating period could come loose from their attachment.

Fix: On all affected vehicles the engine compartment cover has to be removed.

1,150 vehicles · built 10 Sep 2020 to 5 Feb 2022

On affected vehicles engine compartment covers were fitted that regardless of use (very sporty driving style or poor road condition) and operating period could come loose from their attachment.

Fix: On all affected vehicles the engine compartment cover has to be removed.

1,150 vehicles · built 10 Sep 2020 to 5 Feb 2022

On affected vehicles engine compartment covers were fitted that regardless of use (very sporty driving style or poor road condition) and operating period could come loose from their attachment.

Fix: On all affected vehicles the engine compartment cover has to be removed.

1,150 vehicles · built 10 Sep 2020 to 5 Feb 2022

Incorrect plastic covers for the roof box locking mechanism may have been used in production at the supplier.

Fix: Check for correct locks. If affected locks are found to be fitted replace roof box.

10 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2021 to 23 Feb 2022

The right-hand rear seat backrest frame has a reduced strength weld.

Fix: The right-hand rear seat backrest frame must be replaced.

132 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2021 to 4 Mar 2021

The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.

Fix: Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened.

2 vehicles · built 8 Sep 2019 to 22 Oct 2019

There is the possibility that there may have been an insufficient welded connection between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate.

Fix: Check the brake pedal assembly. In the event of a faulty weld the brake pedal must be replaced.

2 vehicles · built 14 Jul 2020 to 17 Jul 2020

On affected vehicles damaged battery cells could have been installed in the high voltage battery which could lead to a thermal overload.

Fix: Replace the batteries.

1 vehicles · built 26 May 2020 to 26 May 2020

On affected vehicles the e-call service may not function

Fix: Update the Online Control Unit software on affected vehicles

55 vehicles · built 24 Apr 2020 to 11 May 2020

Due to a fault of the software of the OCU control unit (Online Connectivity Unit) the e-call function may work incorrectly.

Fix: An update of the software of the OCU control unit has to be carried out.

3,782 vehicles · built 10 Jul 2019 to 7 Feb 2020

Due to a fault of the software of the OCU control unit (Online Connectivity Unit) the e-call function may work incorrectly.

Fix: An update of the software of the OCU control unit has to be carried out.

3,782 vehicles · built 10 Jul 2019 to 7 Feb 2020

The eCall function may be reduced.

Fix: The OCU unit of the vehicles affected has to be restarted

8 vehicles · built 12 Dec 2019 to 10 Jan 2020

Failure of the front turn signal my not always be detected in certain circumstances

Fix: A software update of the on-board supply control unit

5,764 vehicles · built 22 May 2013 to 28 Apr 2015

A condenser may fail because of inadequate heat treatment in the airbag control unit.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the software of the airbag control unit must be updated

128 vehicles · built 23 Apr 2015 to 30 Apr 2015

The functions e-call and Info/Service call may not work correctly due to a software fault.

Fix: The OCU control unit has to be replaced in the affected vehicles

99 vehicles · built 27 Aug 2019 to 17 Sep 2019

The functions e-call and Info/Service call may not work correctly due to a software fault.

Fix: The OCU control unit has to be replaced in the affected vehicles

99 vehicles · built 27 Aug 2019 to 17 Sep 2019

There is a possibility that Primer was not added to the seals of the rear side windows

Fix: One or both rear side windows have to be replaced on the respective vehicles.

84 vehicles · built 12 Aug 2019 to 20 Aug 2019

Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.

1,231 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2018 to 27 Jun 2019

Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.

1,231 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2018 to 27 Jun 2019

Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.

1,231 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2018 to 27 Jun 2019

The housing bolts on the camshaft adjuster may come loose and break the pulley.

Fix: Replace the camshaft adjuster on the vehicles concerned.

17 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2014 to 30 Oct 2014

There is a possibility that due to a fault in the production process there is a crack on the frame of the left front seat.

Fix: Check and replace the seat frame if a crack is found.

238 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2019 to 5 Feb 2019

There is a possibility that due to a fault in the production process there is a crack on the frame of the left front seat.

Fix: Check and replace the seat frame if a crack is found.

238 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2019 to 5 Feb 2019

Driver�s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation

Fix: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected

393 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

Driver�s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation

Fix: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected

393 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

Driver�s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation

Fix: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected

393 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

Driver�s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation

Fix: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected

393 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

Driver�s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation

Fix: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected

393 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

Fixing nuts in the frame of the second seat row are missing

Fix: Check and add the nuts where required

236 vehicles · built 17 Dec 2018 to 21 Dec 2018

The centre rear head restraint may not be to specification.

Fix: Check the head restraint and replace if necessary.

1,627 vehicles · built 18 Apr 2018 to 26 Jun 2018

Increased humidity may have got into the propellant of the gas generator for the drivers air bag.

Fix: The gas generator of the front airbag on the driver side is replaced.

309 vehicles · built 29 Jun 2002 to 24 Jul 2002

Increased humidity may have got into the propellant of the gas generator for the drivers air bag.

Fix: The gas generator of the front airbag on the driver side is replaced.

309 vehicles · built 29 Jun 2002 to 24 Jul 2002

The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.

Fix: Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.

189 vehicles · built 1 May 2018 to 31 Aug 2018

The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.

Fix: Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.

189 vehicles · built 1 May 2018 to 31 Aug 2018

The electro-mechanical park brake may be released inappropriately when disengaging the clutch pedal.

Fix: The software for the brake control will be updated.

1,179 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2017 to 31 Aug 2018

There is a possibility of a faulty weld on the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a risk that parts could be projected into the cabin with risk of injury to the occupants.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.

4 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2014 to 15 Nov 2014

A-pillar trims are fitted to the vehicle affected with a fleece on their inner side which may peel off during temperatures below zero. This fleece should prevent the broken off parts of the A-pillar trim from entering the vehicles interior during a head airbag activation. If the fleece has peeled off the broken parts of the trim could penetrate into the interior potentially injuring the occupants.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new front A-pillar trims.

125 vehicles · built 21 Oct 2017 to 31 Dec 2017

The welding of the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit may not be to specification. As a result the weld on the eye may fail during use causing loss of propulsion and the towrope with the attached eye can potentially cause property damage and personal injury.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit.

12,140 vehicles · built 29 Mar 2017 to 30 Apr 2017

The welding of the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit may not be to specification. As a result the weld on the eye may fail during use causing loss of propulsion and the towrope with the attached eye can potentially cause property damage and personal injury.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit.

12,140 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2015 to 30 Jun 2017

The hardening process for the rear wheel bearing housings may not have been correctly performed. In the worst case this could lead to a fractured housing. Should a fractured housing occur there would be abnormal noises bad tyre wear and a theoretical possibility of wheel loss.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right and left rear wheel bearing housings.

122 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2017 to 31 Aug 2017

The hardening process for the rear wheel bearing housings may not have been correctly performed. In the worst case this could lead to a fractured housing. Should a fractured housing occur there would be abnormal noises bad tyre wear and a theoretical possibility of wheel loss.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right and left rear wheel bearing housings.

122 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2017 to 31 Aug 2017

On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system

Fix: On affected vehicles install new software. Where necessary a new ABS/ESC control unit will be fitted.

2,369 vehicles · built 1 May 2008 to 31 May 2010

Due to a faulty connection part of the pyrotechnical system could become dislodged on deployment in an accident and enter the vehicle interior putting the occupants at risk of injury. On affected vehicles.

Fix: Replace seat belt on affected vehicles.

1,293 vehicles · built 1 May 2016 to 31 Oct 2016

Due to a faulty connection part of the pyrotechnical system could become dislodged on deployment in an accident and enter the vehicle interior putting the occupants at risk of injury. On affected vehicles.

Fix: Replace seat belt on affected vehicles.

1,293 vehicles · built 1 May 2016 to 31 Oct 2016

Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision

Fix: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seta belt pretensioner where necessary.

3 vehicles · built 1 May 2016 to 31 Oct 2016

The front panel of the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly which can lead to rattling noises during a journey. If the loosening front panel is not detected this poses a potential danger for the following traffic.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front panel of the panoramic sunroof.

2 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2016 to 5 Apr 2016

The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

Fix: On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

3,258 vehicles · built 25 Nov 2015 to 14 Apr 2016

The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

Fix: On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

3,258 vehicles · built 25 Nov 2015 to 14 Apr 2016

The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

Fix: On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

3,258 vehicles · built 25 Nov 2015 to 14 Apr 2016

On certain vehicles with Panorama sun roof the legally specified limits of the clamping forces for convenience opening and closing of the sun roof may not be kept. When closing the Panorama sun roof from outside with the vehicle key (convenience closing) if any body parts are in the operating area of the sun roof they can get pressed against the roof frame and possibly get injured.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and deactivate the convenience opening and closing of the Panorama sun roof. To do this the software for the on-board supply control unit and the sun roof control unit must be updated/ configured.

366 vehicles · built 1 May 2015 to 1 Apr 2016

For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the dates of manufacture of side airbags and replace where necessary.

217 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2015 to 28 Jan 2015

Due to an incorrectly locked cable clamp at the fuse box certain functions such as vehicle start boot lid and dash board warning lights may not operate. It is also possible the engine may cut out.

Fix: On affected vehicles inspect the cable clamp and where necessary correctly fit.

1,759 vehicles · built 1 May 2015 to 1 Dec 2015

On affected vehicles the fuel filter may crack around inlet connection. This will allow fuel to leak which may cause a smell within the vehicle interior and possibly contaminate the road environment. This may affect the handling of the vehicle and of other traffic..

Fix: Check type of filter fitted. If not of improved type then replace with improved filter.

4,306 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2011 to 1 Oct 2014

On affected vehicles the fuel filter may crack around inlet connection. This will allow fuel to leak which may cause a smell within the vehicle interior and possibly contaminate the road environment. This may affect the handling of the vehicle and of other traffic..

Fix: Check type of filter fitted. If not of improved type then replace with improved filter.

4,306 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2011 to 1 Oct 2014

Some vehicles may be fitted with airbag control units with incorrect parameters programmed. On these vehicles the diagnostic function for the side crash sensors is deactivated resulting in potential faults not being recognised and the airbag warning not illuminating.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re programme the airbag control unit.

1,563 vehicles · built 14 Jan 2013 to 19 Mar 2013

On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.

Fix: Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.

1,867 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.

Fix: Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.

1,867 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.

Fix: Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.

1,867 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.

494 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2008 to 31 Aug 2009

In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.

494 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2008 to 31 Aug 2009

The contact resistance on the earth connection of the heating element for the additional air heater can get too high. This can lead to high heat development in the connections scorching and a risk of fire

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and check the tightening torque of the earth connection.

5 vehicles · built 16 Jul 2008 to 25 Feb 2009

It has been identified that some of the wires within airbag control unit block connector have been incorrectly installed. In the event of a collision this will result in the activation of the curtain airbag on the opposite side to the impact.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring to the control unit checked and rectified should this be necessary.

5,142 vehicles · built 7 Mar 2007 to 24 May 2007

It has been identified that some of the wires within airbag control unit block connector have been incorrectly installed. In the event of a collision this will result in the activation of the curtain airbag on the opposite side to the impact.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring to the control unit checked and rectified should this be necessary.

5,142 vehicles · built 28 Jun 2006 to 24 May 2007

It has been identified that some of the wires within airbag control unit block connector have been incorrectly installed. In the event of a collision this will result in the activation of the curtain airbag on the opposite side to the impact.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring to the control unit checked and rectified should this be necessary.

5,142 vehicles · built 7 Mar 2007 to 24 May 2007

It has been identified that some of the wires within airbag control unit block connector have been incorrectly installed. In the event of a collision this will result in the activation of the curtain airbag on the opposite side to the impact.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring to the control unit checked and rectified should this be necessary.

5,142 vehicles · built 28 Jun 2006 to 24 May 2007

It has been identified that the two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a not optimally aligned through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This situation can lead to total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable conditions a fire

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the make of the two mass flywheel identified and if necessary replaced together with the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.

1,687 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2004 to 30 Jun 2005

It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.

6,032 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2004 to 31 Aug 2004

It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.

6,032 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2004 to 31 Aug 2004

It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.

6,032 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2004 to 31 Aug 2004

It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.

6,032 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2004 to 31 Aug 2004

The wires for the Air Bag Unit block connector were incorrectly located for the side airbags which could result in the opposite side air bag being ignited

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check and if necessary correct control unit

1,575 vehicles

The rear window wiper may loosen during high speed driving. This may cause the wiper to break off.

Fix: Replace the wiper arm and blade

619 vehicles

On Octavia vehicles within the affected chassis number range tension cracks may occur on the vacuum pipe to the brake servo in the area of the pipe connections due to a manufacturing fault. If a vacuum pipe leaks the brake servo loses it's function. Without servo assistance a lot more force must be used on the pedal. But this will not lead to total failure of the brake system.

Fix: The fitted vacuum pipes will be checked and if necessary replaced.

2,301 vehicles · built 1 Sep 1998 to 30 Jun 1999

There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.

2,997 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2001 to 30 Sep 2001

There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.

2,997 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2001 to 30 Sep 2001

Fuel tank may leak.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check the fuel tank for leaks and replace where necessary.

95 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2001 to 31 Mar 2001

The passenger airbag may not release correctly because of a leak in the pressure reservoir of the gas generator.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the passenger air bag.

17 vehicles

On Skoda Octavia LX vehicles which are not equipped with ABS brake servo units designed only for ABS vehicles have been installed. Due to the different performance of the brake servo units a risk exists that the brakes could lock under severe driving conditions (ice snow).

Fix: Recall vehicles to replace the brake servo unit.

746 vehicles · built 1 May 1998 to 31 Jan 1999

The wiring to the air bag control unit can chafe on the brake/clutch lever. This may lead to malfunction of the air bag unit.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the air bag wiring re-routed and fixed to the bulkhead. Any wiring found to be damaged will be replaced or repaired.

12,189 vehicles

The blanking bolts fitted to redundant seat belt mounting points may be excessively long and could chafe on the rear brake hoses. This could damage the hoses and lead to loss of brake fluid.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for removal of the subject bolts. These are being replaced with a suitable plastic rivet.

495 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1990 to 31 Dec 1992

A. Potential loss of electrical power in any one of the fuse board circuits e.g. lights or windscreen wipers) due to poor quality soldered connections and possible damage to wiring behind the central console as a result of contact with the heater

Fix: A. Replace the fuse board with a quality assured unit and fit a protective clip to the heater controls on all the affected vehicles.

27,000 vehicles