KNOWN FAULT · Skoda

Weak points of the Škoda Fabia II diesel according to the ADAC: brakes, exhaust, oil leaks and rust

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Engine / equipment: Škoda Fabia II diesel (1.2, 1.4 and 1.6 TDI)
Period mentioned: 2007–2014
Symptoms: Brake problems in several areas, rusty exhausts, oil leaks, and rust on the tailgate and front wings.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the Fabia II does well in its breakdown statistics, but in the German roadworthiness test many groups fail and it is below average: mainly the brakes, rusty exhausts and oil leaks. The 1.2 and 1.6 TDI need a mandatory software update.
Check for the garage: Check the brakes, exhaust, oil leaks and rust on the tailgate and wings; on a 1.2 or 1.6 TDI ask by VIN whether the software update was done.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Check the brakes, exhaust, oil leaks and rust on the tailgate and wings; on a 1.2 or 1.6 TDI ask by VIN whether the software update was done.

What are the symptoms?

Brake problems in several areas, rusty exhausts, oil leaks, and rust on the tailgate and front wings.

Which cars and years does it affect?

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