Skoda Karoq recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 7 safety recalls naming the Skoda Karoq, launched from 2018 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Skoda Karoq recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 7
- 2018 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 16 October 2026
- R/2026/376
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Skoda Karoq recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
48LS - Steering Screw Replacement
R/2026/376, launched 16 October 2026. Also covers the Kodiaq, Octavia, Superb
Defect: On affected vehicles corrosion can may cause a bolt head on the steering rack to break off. This can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: The steering bolt will be replaced with a more corrosion-resistant one.
TOO LITTLE TORQUE MAY BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINE AT LOW ENGINE SPEEDS
R/2019/303, launched 5 September 2019, 1,231 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Kodiaq, Superb
Defect: Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.
POSSIBLE CRACK ON THE FRAME OF THE LEFT FRONT SEAT
R/2019/214, launched 9 July 2019, 238 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Kodiaq
Defect: There is a possibility that due to a fault in the production process there is a crack on the frame of the left front seat.
Remedy: Check and replace the seat frame if a crack is found.
POSSIBLE DISCREPANCY IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE CENTRE REAR SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT
R/2019/079, launched 6 March 2019, 1,627 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The centre rear head restraint may not be to specification.
Remedy: Check the head restraint and replace if necessary.
A WELDED CONNECTION OF THE REAR SEAT BENCH MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY PERFORMED
R/2018/357, launched 14 December 2018, 189 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Octavia
Defect: The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.
Remedy: Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.
THE ELECTRO-MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE MAY BE RELEASED INAPPROPRIATELY WHEN DISENGAGING THE CLUTCH PEDAL
R/2018/329, launched 23 November 2018, 1,179 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The electro-mechanical park brake may be released inappropriately when disengaging the clutch pedal.
Remedy: The software for the brake control will be updated.
A-PILLAR PASSENGER PROTECTION TRIMS MAY PEEL OFF IN SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES
R/2018/016, launched 15 January 2018, 125 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A-pillar trims are fitted to the vehicle affected with a fleece on their inner side which may peel off during temperatures below zero. This fleece should prevent the broken off parts of the A-pillar trim from entering the vehicles interior during a head airbag activation. If the fleece has peeled off the broken parts of the trim could penetrate into the interior potentially injuring the occupants.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new front A-pillar trims.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Skoda Karoq, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Skoda dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.