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Škoda Karoq I faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
4.0/5

4 known faults

1.0 TSI 116

  1. Seat safety recalls (2018-2019 series)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two documented recalls concern limited series: a head restraint that may be missing on the rear centre seat (cars built from 18 April to 26 June 2018, UK recall) and a possible crack in the frame of the front left seat (series built in early February 2019). Only cars from these series are concerned: check the serial number with a Škoda dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Electronics: screen, electric tailgate, locking

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners report freezing or restarting of the multimedia screen, Bluetooth dropouts, and faults with the electric tailgate or central locking ("key not recognised" message). What Car? notes that most infotainment problems are resolved with a software update at the dealer.

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.0 TSI 116 DSG7

  1. Seat safety recalls (2018-2019 series)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two documented recalls concern limited series: a head restraint that may be missing on the rear centre seat (cars built from 18 April to 26 June 2018, UK recall) and a possible crack in the frame of the front left seat (series built in early February 2019). Only cars from these series are concerned: check the serial number with a Škoda dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Electronics: screen, electric tailgate, locking

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners report freezing or restarting of the multimedia screen, Bluetooth dropouts, and faults with the electric tailgate or central locking ("key not recognised" message). What Car? notes that most infotainment problems are resolved with a software update at the dealer.

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 TSI 150 DSG7

  1. Seat safety recalls (2018-2019 series)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two documented recalls concern limited series: a head restraint that may be missing on the rear centre seat (cars built from 18 April to 26 June 2018, UK recall) and a possible crack in the frame of the front left seat (series built in early February 2019). Only cars from these series are concerned: check the serial number with a Škoda dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. DSG7 gearbox jerks (1.5 TSI)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Autodoc reports irregular gear changes and jerks on the DSG gearbox from 30,000 to 50,000 km, especially with the 1.5 TSI. What Car? describes the dry-clutch DQ200 DSG gearbox of the 1.5 TSI as the least reliable element of the transmission; a German garage cites mechatronics repairs up to 5,000 euros. Neglected gearbox maintenance accelerates wear.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Electronics: screen, electric tailgate, locking

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners report freezing or restarting of the multimedia screen, Bluetooth dropouts, and faults with the electric tailgate or central locking ("key not recognised" message). What Car? notes that most infotainment problems are resolved with a software update at the dealer.

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 TDI 115

  1. Seat safety recalls (2018-2019 series)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two documented recalls concern limited series: a head restraint that may be missing on the rear centre seat (cars built from 18 April to 26 June 2018, UK recall) and a possible crack in the frame of the front left seat (series built in early February 2019). Only cars from these series are concerned: check the serial number with a Škoda dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Electronics: screen, electric tailgate, locking

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners report freezing or restarting of the multimedia screen, Bluetooth dropouts, and faults with the electric tailgate or central locking ("key not recognised" message). What Car? notes that most infotainment problems are resolved with a software update at the dealer.

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Diesel emissions: particulate filter and AdBlue

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    What Car? reports costly out-of-warranty particulate filter repairs on diesel Karoqs. CarChecker notes that the 2.0 TDI engine itself is proven and that the trouble comes mainly from the emissions systems (particulate filter, EGR, AdBlue), especially when used on short trips; one owner reports a recurring particulate filter warning light.

    Versions
    1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 150 4x4

  1. Seat safety recalls (2018-2019 series)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two documented recalls concern limited series: a head restraint that may be missing on the rear centre seat (cars built from 18 April to 26 June 2018, UK recall) and a possible crack in the frame of the front left seat (series built in early February 2019). Only cars from these series are concerned: check the serial number with a Škoda dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Electronics: screen, electric tailgate, locking

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners report freezing or restarting of the multimedia screen, Bluetooth dropouts, and faults with the electric tailgate or central locking ("key not recognised" message). What Car? notes that most infotainment problems are resolved with a software update at the dealer.

    Versions
    1.0 TSI 116, 1.0 TSI 116 DSG7, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Diesel emissions: particulate filter and AdBlue

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    What Car? reports costly out-of-warranty particulate filter repairs on diesel Karoqs. CarChecker notes that the 2.0 TDI engine itself is proven and that the trouble comes mainly from the emissions systems (particulate filter, EGR, AdBlue), especially when used on short trips; one owner reports a recurring particulate filter warning light.

    Versions
    1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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