Known faults for Seat.

Most common faults

Sorted by how many of this make's models each entry applies to.

1. A/C not cooling: N280 valve17 models

   Climate controlMii · Ibiza (6L) · Córdoba (6L) · Ibiza (6J) · +13

2. PD TDI camshaft, injectors and cylinder head12 models

   Injection / cylinder headArosa · Ibiza (6K2) · Córdoba (6K2) · Ibiza (6L) · +8

3. Cracked EGR cooler11 models

   Cooling / EGRIbiza (6J) · Ibiza (KJ) · Arona · León (1P) · +7

4. DSG7 gearbox mechatronic unit (DQ200)9 models

   GearboxIbiza (6J) · Ibiza (KJ) · Arona · León (1P) · +5

5. DQ250 DSG mechatronic and oil7 models

   DSG gearboxLeón (1P) · León (5F) · Altea / Altea XL · Toledo III (5P) · +3

6. 1.5 TSI evo cold jerking6 models

   Engine managementIbiza (KJ) · Arona · León (5F) · León (KL) · +2

7. EA111 TSI chain and tensioner4 models

   Timing systemIbiza (6J) · León (1P) · Altea / Altea XL · Alhambra II

8. Haldex all-wheel-drive coupling pump3 models

   TransmissionLeón (5F) · Ateca · Alhambra II

Models by era

Grouped by the launch year of each generation. Photos show the generation listed; if there is no verified photo, no other car is shown instead.

Recalls

Check what each recall covers: market, production period and VIN. Ask the manufacturer whether a repair is outstanding.

• Brake servo vacuum pipe cracksBrakes
• ABS control unit electrical overheatingBrakes / electronics
• Side crash sensor diagnosis disabledSafety / electronics
• Damaged high-voltage battery cellsElectric powertrain
• Defective passenger airbag production batchPassive safety
• Incorrect front seat belt anchoragePassive safety