ŠKoda Karoq Recall R/2018/016: A-pillar Passenger Protection Trims May Peel Off In Sub-zero Temperatures, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 15 Jan 2018
- Launched
- 125
- vehicles in the UK
- 70G7
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Škoda recalled Karoq vehicles built between 21 October 2017 and 31 December 2017. A-pillar trims are fitted to the vehicle affected with a fleece on their inner side which may peel off during temperatures below zero. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit new front A-pillar trims. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: A-PILLAR PASSENGER PROTECTION TRIMS MAY PEEL OFF IN SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES 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.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: a-pillar passenger protection trims may peel off in sub-zero temperatures.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit new front A-pillar trims.
Are You Affected?
Karoq built between 21 October 2017 and 31 December 2017 may be included. Škoda estimates 125 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Škoda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Škoda.
- Book with any franchised Škoda dealer, quoting the campaign code 70G7 or the DVSA reference R/2018/016. See how to get a Škoda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karoq, Kodiaq, SuperbToo little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds | Low | R/2019/303 | |
| Karoq, KodiaqPossible crack on the frame of the left front seat | Low | R/2019/214 | |
| KaroqPossible discrepancy in the manufacturing process of the centre rear seat head restraint | Low | R/2019/079 | |
| Karoq, OctaviaA welded connection of the rear seat bench may not have been correctly performed | Low | R/2018/357 | |
| KaroqThe electro-mechanical parking brake may be released inappropriately when disengaging the clutch pedal | Urgent | R/2018/329 |
This is one of 61 Škoda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Škoda recall launched before it was R/2017/348 on 21 Dec 2017, for towing eye in the vehicle tool kit may detach during use. The one launched after it was R/2018/041 on 7 Feb 2018, for passenger airbag may not deploy as intended. You can also see every Škoda recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/016, launched 15 January 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.