Skoda Kodiaq recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 9 safety recalls naming the Skoda Kodiaq, launched from 2019 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 Kodiaq recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 9
- 2019 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 Kodiaq 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 Karoq, 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.
Seat backrest frame cover
R/2026/083, launched 20 February 2026, 3,572 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Škoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This situation may reduce the protective effect of the side airbag which could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired. We strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Škoda service center as soon as possible to arrange a repair date. In the first instance we ask that you contact your local ŠKODA authorised repairer as soon as possible to make an appointment. The ŠKODA authorised repairer closest to you can be found on https://tools.skoda.co.uk/find-a-retailer
Remedy: The vehicle will be fitted with sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed.
On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.
R/2023/086, launched 27 March 2023. Also covers the Citigo, Fabia, Octavia, Rapid, Superb, Yeti
Defect: On affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated.
Remedy: Replace the driver's airbag in affected vehicles.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVERS COULD COME LOOSE FROM THEIR ATTACHMENT
R/2022/075, launched 23 March 2022, 1,150 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Octavia, Superb
Defect: On affected vehicles engine compartment covers were fitted that regardless of use (very sporty driving style or poor road condition) and operating period could come loose from their attachment.
Remedy: On all affected vehicles the engine compartment cover has to be removed.
THERE MAY HAVE BEEN AN INSUFFICIENT WELD CONNECTION BETWEEN THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL PLATE
R/2021/016, launched 23 December 2020, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is the possibility that there may have been an insufficient welded connection between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate.
Remedy: Check the brake pedal assembly. In the event of a faulty weld the brake pedal must be replaced.
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 Karoq, 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 Karoq
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.
AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE QUICKLY ENOUGH ON DEPLOYMENT
R/2019/210, launched 30 May 2019, 393 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fabia, Octavia, Rapid, Superb
Defect: Driver’s airbag may not inflate quickly enough in case of its activation
Remedy: The steering wheel airbag has to be replaced in the vehicles affected
ONE OR MORE FIXING NUTS IN THE INDIVIDUAL SEAT FRAME IN THE SECOND SEAT ROW ARE MISSING
R/2019/162, launched 16 May 2019, 236 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Fixing nuts in the frame of the second seat row are missing
Remedy: Check and add the nuts where required
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 Kodiaq, 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.