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Škoda Kodiaq 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

1.4 TSI 150 DSG

  1. Recall: faulty driver airbag gas generator (Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two European alerts concern Kodiaqs built between May or June 2016 and December 2017: the propellant of the driver airbag can degrade over time and, on deployment, fragments of the inflator can injure the occupants (recalls 69DU in 2023 and 69PC in 2026). Carverif refers to the Takata airbag campaigns. To be checked by serial number at 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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: poorly welded brake pedal bracket (2020 cars)

    Manufacturer recall

    Insufficient welding of the brake pedal bracket can deform or detach it during hard braking, reducing braking efficiency. The recall (code 46i5) concerns Kodiaqs and Karoqs built from 29 June to 31 August 2020, including, according to the Czech press, models with automatic gearboxes from 2020.

    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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. DSG gearbox jerks and failure

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The DSG dual-clutch gearbox is the most cited fault on the Kodiaq: jerks when pulling away, hesitation at low speed and, more seriously, mechatronics failure that can switch the car into limp mode. Carverif mentions a dual-clutch repair at around 2,000 euros; Au7o gives a range of 0 to 2,500 dollars for hesitation (Škoda software updates) and 1,800 to 4,000 dollars for mechatronics; a British specialist cites 1,200 to 2,700 pounds in quotes. Check the gearbox's maintenance history.

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 TSI 150 DSG7

  1. Recall: faulty driver airbag gas generator (Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two European alerts concern Kodiaqs built between May or June 2016 and December 2017: the propellant of the driver airbag can degrade over time and, on deployment, fragments of the inflator can injure the occupants (recalls 69DU in 2023 and 69PC in 2026). Carverif refers to the Takata airbag campaigns. To be checked by serial number at 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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: poorly welded brake pedal bracket (2020 cars)

    Manufacturer recall

    Insufficient welding of the brake pedal bracket can deform or detach it during hard braking, reducing braking efficiency. The recall (code 46i5) concerns Kodiaqs and Karoqs built from 29 June to 31 August 2020, including, according to the Czech press, models with automatic gearboxes from 2020.

    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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. DSG gearbox jerks and failure

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The DSG dual-clutch gearbox is the most cited fault on the Kodiaq: jerks when pulling away, hesitation at low speed and, more seriously, mechatronics failure that can switch the car into limp mode. Carverif mentions a dual-clutch repair at around 2,000 euros; Au7o gives a range of 0 to 2,500 dollars for hesitation (Škoda software updates) and 1,800 to 4,000 dollars for mechatronics; a British specialist cites 1,200 to 2,700 pounds in quotes. Check the gearbox's maintenance history.

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 150 4x4

  1. Recall: faulty driver airbag gas generator (Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two European alerts concern Kodiaqs built between May or June 2016 and December 2017: the propellant of the driver airbag can degrade over time and, on deployment, fragments of the inflator can injure the occupants (recalls 69DU in 2023 and 69PC in 2026). Carverif refers to the Takata airbag campaigns. To be checked by serial number at 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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Emissions of the 2.0 TDI diesels (AdBlue, EGR, particulate filter)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Carverif places the AdBlue/EGR/particulate filter system of the 2.0 TDI among the points to verify before buying. Au7o links short urban trips to incomplete particulate filter regeneration and warning lights, and describes the SCR/AdBlue system (pump, injector, NOx sensors) as complex. A Swedish guide cites the AdBlue NOx sensor as a recurring and costly fault around 100,000 km. Test drive the car to make sure no AdBlue, EGR or particulate filter warning light is on.

    Versions
    2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 150 DSG7

  1. Recall: faulty driver airbag gas generator (Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two European alerts concern Kodiaqs built between May or June 2016 and December 2017: the propellant of the driver airbag can degrade over time and, on deployment, fragments of the inflator can injure the occupants (recalls 69DU in 2023 and 69PC in 2026). Carverif refers to the Takata airbag campaigns. To be checked by serial number at 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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: poorly welded brake pedal bracket (2020 cars)

    Manufacturer recall

    Insufficient welding of the brake pedal bracket can deform or detach it during hard braking, reducing braking efficiency. The recall (code 46i5) concerns Kodiaqs and Karoqs built from 29 June to 31 August 2020, including, according to the Czech press, models with automatic gearboxes from 2020.

    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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. DSG gearbox jerks and failure

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The DSG dual-clutch gearbox is the most cited fault on the Kodiaq: jerks when pulling away, hesitation at low speed and, more seriously, mechatronics failure that can switch the car into limp mode. Carverif mentions a dual-clutch repair at around 2,000 euros; Au7o gives a range of 0 to 2,500 dollars for hesitation (Škoda software updates) and 1,800 to 4,000 dollars for mechatronics; a British specialist cites 1,200 to 2,700 pounds in quotes. Check the gearbox's maintenance history.

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Emissions of the 2.0 TDI diesels (AdBlue, EGR, particulate filter)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Carverif places the AdBlue/EGR/particulate filter system of the 2.0 TDI among the points to verify before buying. Au7o links short urban trips to incomplete particulate filter regeneration and warning lights, and describes the SCR/AdBlue system (pump, injector, NOx sensors) as complex. A Swedish guide cites the AdBlue NOx sensor as a recurring and costly fault around 100,000 km. Test drive the car to make sure no AdBlue, EGR or particulate filter warning light is on.

    Versions
    2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TSI 190 DSG

  1. Recall: faulty driver airbag gas generator (Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Two European alerts concern Kodiaqs built between May or June 2016 and December 2017: the propellant of the driver airbag can degrade over time and, on deployment, fragments of the inflator can injure the occupants (recalls 69DU in 2023 and 69PC in 2026). Carverif refers to the Takata airbag campaigns. To be checked by serial number at 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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 4x4, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: poorly welded brake pedal bracket (2020 cars)

    Manufacturer recall

    Insufficient welding of the brake pedal bracket can deform or detach it during hard braking, reducing braking efficiency. The recall (code 46i5) concerns Kodiaqs and Karoqs built from 29 June to 31 August 2020, including, according to the Czech press, models with automatic gearboxes from 2020.

    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
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. DSG gearbox jerks and failure

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The DSG dual-clutch gearbox is the most cited fault on the Kodiaq: jerks when pulling away, hesitation at low speed and, more seriously, mechatronics failure that can switch the car into limp mode. Carverif mentions a dual-clutch repair at around 2,000 euros; Au7o gives a range of 0 to 2,500 dollars for hesitation (Škoda software updates) and 1,800 to 4,000 dollars for mechatronics; a British specialist cites 1,200 to 2,700 pounds in quotes. Check the gearbox's maintenance history.

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 150 DSG, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Price and diagnose repairs

Read fault codes

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Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Škoda Kodiaq I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

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