Skoda Rapid, Citigo, Octavia recall: Manual child locks on rear passenger doors may disengage without warning
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Skoda dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid | 25 Nov 2015 | 14 Apr 2016 | 3,258 |
| Citigo | 25 Nov 2015 | 14 Apr 2016 | 3,258 |
| Octavia | 25 Nov 2015 | 14 Apr 2016 | 3,258 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 7 July 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.