Skoda recall: 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.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Skoda dealer to book the free repair. Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Octavia | 14 Oct 2013 | 30 Mar 2017 | 43 |
| Yeti | 25 May 2015 | 1 Apr 2017 | 5 |
| Fabia | 28 Jun 2013 | 16 Jun 2014 | 4 |
| Fabia | 12 Jun 2015 | 5 Jun 2017 | 4 |
| Kodiaq | 5 Jun 2013 | 5 Jun 2013 | 1 |
| Citigo | 6 Nov 2013 | 6 Nov 2013 | 1 |
| Superb | 14 Feb 2013 | 14 Feb 2013 | 1 |
| Rapid | 5 Nov 2013 | 22 Jan 2015 | 4 |
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 27 March 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.