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    Skoda Problems

    Are you having problems with your Skoda? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Skoda issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Skoda in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Still no money for Volkswagen owners in Australia | Dieselgate
    By Joshua Dowling · 24 June 2016
    The 'dieselgate' emissions scandal takes another turn: US buyers get compensation but Aussie buyers still left waiting.
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    Audi will recall 16,000 cars by end of 2016 | Dieselgate
    By Tim Robson · 6 June 2016
    Huge recall program set to start as soon as this month, to be completed by December 2016.
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    Australian fix for Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda diesel engines still unclear
    By Joshua Dowling · 26 February 2016
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    Used Skoda Roomster review: 2007-2014
    By Ewan Kennedy · 24 February 2016
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the first and second generation Skoda Roomster from 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 as a used buy
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    Were Skoda petrol models affected by the VW scandal?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 22 January 2016

    So far the scandal has only affected diesel models, so you could be able to buy a petrol model with confidence.

    Used Skoda Superb review: 2009-2015
    By Ewan Kennedy · 11 January 2016
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    Lodging a goodwill claim
    Answered by Graham Smith · 26 November 2015

    "Good will" claims are usually lodged by dealers having assessed the problem with the car, so you need to find a way to break through the barrier that appears to exist at the dealership and resolve the issue at that level. It is a seemingly justifiable claim; the mechatronic unit shouldn't fail on such a new car. You should also ask for a loan car while yours is being repaired. It's unacceptable that you are without transport for three weeks.

    Volkswagen fix revealed for Australia
    By Joshua Dowling · 26 November 2015
    US owners of VW cars with diesel engines that can cheat emissions tests have already been given $500, but local owners still have no compensation.
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    Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda confirm recall of 91,000 cars in Australia
    By Joshua Dowling · 9 October 2015
    It has taken three long weeks but a recall has been formally issued for 91,000 cars with dodgy diesels.
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    One year wait for Volkswagen diesel fix
    By Joshua Dowling · 8 October 2015
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