KNOWN FAULT · Skoda

Weak points of the Škoda Rapid diesel according to the ADAC: oil leaks, springs and brakes

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Engine / equipment: Škoda Rapid diesel (1.4 and 1.6 TDI)
Period mentioned: 2012–2019
Symptoms: Oil leaks on the older cars, defective springs and dampers in all years, worn brake parts, injectors (2014 cars) and jerky pull-away with the DSG.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the Rapid does well in the breakdown statistics in every year. In the German roadworthiness test the older Rapids stand out for oil leaks; very worn brakes are, for the ADAC, a clear sign of poor maintenance.
Check for the garage: Look for oil leaks and the state of the brakes, springs and dampers; test the DSG on gentle pull-aways and ask by VIN about the towing eye recall.
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?

Look for oil leaks and the state of the brakes, springs and dampers; test the DSG on gentle pull-aways and ask by VIN about the towing eye recall.

What are the symptoms?

Oil leaks on the older cars, defective springs and dampers in all years, worn brake parts, injectors (2014 cars) and jerky pull-away with the DSG.

Which cars and years does it affect?

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