Skoda Problems

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The Latest Skoda Problems
Info centre keeps crashing, unable to log in , loss of navigation, bogus emergency calls

Info entertainment crashed numerous times . Unable to log in, drove over 150 miles still not able to log in. Following day was able to log in but failed quickly, then eventually was up and running only to be informed loss of navigation....

2020 Skoda Kamiq KAMIQ SE l TSI S-A
Posted: Mar 11, 2024
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Won't start

Not fuel problem paid for check

2016 Skoda Superb 1.6tdi
Posted: Feb 29, 2024
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Won’t turn over but will if left 5minutes

Won’t turn starter motor but after this if left 5minutes will start

2011 Skoda Octavia 1.8 tdi
Posted: Feb 29, 2024
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Rear window heather button flashing after 2 mins

When i turn on the rear window heater button the light stays on constant for about 2 mins then just starts flashing so i dont know if its working or not as i am driving at this point and the window demist as i have the window open when i v...

2010 Skoda Fabia 1.2 htp
Posted: Feb 12, 2024
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Front Passenger door won't lock with remote

Hi, got a Skoda fabia 2009, the passenger door will not lock with the remote or when I use the key on drivers door. For security I remove the bung and press the lever forward on the passenger door, this locks the door then lock the car usin...

2009 Skoda Fabia Basic
Posted: Feb 7, 2024
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Intermittent starting issue

Engine not cranking. Battery, alternator and starter motor replaced. Sometimes starts, other times nothing. Instrument panel looks normal with no fault codes or warning lights but gives the impression of a flat battery. Suggestions please.

2012 Skoda Superb 1.6 Greenline Diesel
Posted: Feb 7, 2024
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Interlocutor turbo

The EPC light has come on, some times the engine light would come on too. The car is sluggish to drive, will not accelerate, very slow starting out or if the car comes to a stop.

2014 Skoda Yeti 1.2tdsi
Posted: Jan 29, 2024
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Radio turns on and off

Here's the content from the problem you were reading My radio has recently decided to automatically turn it self on and off - somes times up to several times in a minute. The parking sensor does not display on the radio screen

2014 Skoda Superb 1.6 TDI
Posted: Jan 24, 2024
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Loosing engine coolant

Engine coolant sensor warning light coming on every couple of days. Top up engine coolant from minimum to maximum. Been to the garage and no leaks found. I have carried out a chemical head gasket check and seems to be ok.

2000 Skoda Fabia Sdi1.9
Posted: Jan 23, 2024
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Battery draining after 2-3 days

not enough charge in battery to start car after sitting for a few days, new battery fitted then 1 month later problem re occurs, had mechanic check for battery drain nothing found with meter.

2005 Skoda Octavia 1.6fsi petrol
Posted: Jan 17, 2024
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Cigarette lighter fuse keeps blowing

when ever i plug anything into the Cigarette lighter the fuse keeps blowing no matter what item i plug in. this also happens on my daughters car, that is exactly the same spec and year as ours

2023 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo
Posted: Jan 14, 2024
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Fuel Gauge

Digital Fuel Gauge always shows Full since the last time I filled up.

2013 Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI
Posted: Jan 6, 2024
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Starting problem

When I turn on the ignition and the epc light does not show on the dashboard but other indicators shows the car will not start. Unless I remove the negative battery cable and turn on the headlight and wait for 5 minutes. After the 5 minutes...

2013 Skoda Octavia 1.6
Posted: Dec 11, 2023
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Unable to put car into gear.

Cant put car into drive mode and it only moves on reverse when pressing gas , tried replacing the gearbox oil yet still same ,old oil was completely burned

2004 Skoda Octavia Mk1
Posted: Nov 20, 2023
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Infotainment wont work

Infotainment system has stopped working. Occasionally comes back on for a very short time

2020 Skoda Scala SE petrol
Posted: Nov 15, 2023
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Citigo courtesy light doesnt light when door open

switch is in central but light does not come on when door is open or ignition key withdrawn

2017 Skoda Citigo 5 door SE1.0MPI60PS5GMan
Posted: Nov 15, 2023
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Skoda superb heating not working

Coolant light came on so topped up coolant and now heating not working

2011 Skoda Superb 1.8 TDI
Posted: Nov 12, 2023
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Rough running engine.

Having driven through a flood my Yeti is only running on 3 cylinders and won’t rev above 2,500, what can be done to eradicate the problem. Thanx in advance.

2013 Skoda Yeti 1.6 TDI
Posted: Nov 4, 2023
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Light problem please help

High beam working fine, low Beam not working but side lights on ? any help please?

2011 Skoda Fabia vrs
Posted: Oct 16, 2023
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Noisy when driving

Noise when driving is so loud it hurts my ears. Some road surfaces are better than others but still noisy and vibrates slightly. Sounds like an aircraft taking off and thumps over the sound of the radio. Very uncomfortable

2019 Skoda Octavia Estate
Posted: Oct 7, 2023
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