ZZR600
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Considering a class action lawsuit against Skoda UK
ZZR600 replied to ZZR600's topic in General Automotive Chat
No, I was just told about it. I have read this is a problem in many DI engines. I can't say I noticed any change after the repair. The 1.8 is quite a punchy engine and it remains so, a real shame about the reliability though- 16 replies
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ZZR600 replied to ZZR600's topic in General Automotive Chat
Unfortunately I bought from an independent, not a Skoda main dealer. For a few pennies VW saved on piston rings, they've caused massive engine problems. The inlet valves had to be cleaned due to DI fouling, but that's another story!- 16 replies
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1.8TSI and 2.0TSI engine failures
ZZR600 replied to DGW's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
In summary 2010 Skoda Yeti 1.8 TSI with very high oil consumption, almost 1.2 litres every 600 miles. The local Skoda garage diagnosed excessive oil consumption, the remedy being a replacement set of pistons, piston rings and con-rods (£3400) or worst case, full engine £5300. Skoda offered to cover 70% of costs as a good will gesture, bringing my bill down to £1010 as they needed to change the pistons and con-rods only. However, I spoke to the dealer I bought it the car from and mentioned the Consumer Rights Act 2015, which makes it an implied term of the contract I had with them that goods be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. I argued this wasn't the case and they agreed to pay £500 towards the cost, although in reality I think I would have been entitled for a full refund had I pursued this in court. I had also paid £300 deposit on the car by credit card, so the credit card company agreed to cover the remaining £600 or so under a Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 claim. So all in all an OK result, but I would have preferred not to have the trouble in the first place. Oil consumption in the car is now fine, haven't topped it up in several 1000 miles since the repair. Moral of the story? Buy from a dealer and pay deposit by credit card! (or don't buy Skoda!) -
Considering a class action lawsuit against Skoda UK
ZZR600 replied to ZZR600's topic in General Automotive Chat
Well, I managed to get this resolved. Local Skoda garage diagnosed excessive oil consumption, the remedy being a replacement set of pistons, piston rings and con-rods (£3400) or worst case, full engine £5300. Skoda offered to cover 70% of costs as a good will gesture, bringing my bill down to £1010 as they needed to change the pistons and con-rods only. However, I spoke to the dealer I bought it the car from and mentioned the Consumer Rights Act 2015, which makes it an implied term of the contract I had with them that goods be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. I argued this wasn't the case and they agreed to pay £500 towards the cost, although in reality I think I would have been entitled for a full refund. I had also paid £300 deposit on the car by credit card, so the credit card company agreed to cover the remaining £600 or so under a Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 claim. So all in all an OK result, but I would have preferred not to have the trouble on the first place. Oil consumption in the car is now fine, haven't topped it up in several 1000 miles since the repair- 16 replies
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Well, I managed to get this resolved. Local Skoda garage diagnosed excessive oil consumption, the remedy being a replacement set of pistons, piston rings and con-rods (£3400) or worst case, full engine £5300. Skoda offered to cover 70% of costs as a good will gesture, bringing my bill down to £1010 as they needed to change the pistons and con-rods only. However, I spoke to the dealer I bought it the car from and mentioned the Consumer Rights Act 2015, which makes it an implied term of the contract I had with them that goods be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. I argued this wasn't the case and they agreed to pay £500 towards the cost, although in reality I think I would have been entitled for a full refund. I had also paid £300 deposit on the car by credit card, so the credit card company agreed to cover the remaining £600 or so under a Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 claim. So all in all an OK result, but I would have preferred not to have the trouble on the first place. Oil consumption in the car is now fine, haven't' topped it up in several 1000 miles since the repair
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Do you own a Skoda that uses may way oil than it should (>0.5litres in 600 miles?) I've set up a separate message board on http://skodaoilburners.freeforums.net/thread/2/considering-class-action-lawsuit-skoda?page=1&scrollTo=2 specifically to find people who have had problems with excessive oil consumption in Skoda or other VW group car engines.
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1.8TSI and 2.0TSI engine failures
ZZR600 replied to DGW's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
I've set up a separate message board on http://skodaoilburners.freeforums.net/thread/2/considering-class-action-lawsuit-skoda?page=1&scrollTo=2 specifically to find people who have had problems with excessive oil consumption in Skoda or other VW group car engines. -
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ZZR600 replied to ZZR600's topic in General Automotive Chat
OK, I've set up a separate message board on http://skodaoilburners.freeforums.net/thread/2/considering-class-action-lawsuit-skoda?page=1&scrollTo=2 specifically to find people who have had problems with excessive oil consumption in Skoda or other VW group car engines.- 16 replies
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ZZR600 replied to ZZR600's topic in General Automotive Chat
Well, the local franchise garage has measured the oil consumption and agreed there is a problem. Skoda UK are apparently willing to cover part of the cost, still leaving me with a large bill to settle. This problem has been mentioned many times by owners of cars with VW 1.8 or 2.0TSI engines. I'd like to put together a list of people so that Skoda or VW accept they have a problem and offer to fix these engines free of charge.- 16 replies
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ZZR600 replied to DGW's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
Like many other Skoda owners, I've noticed that my Yeti 1.8TSI consumes far more oil than a modern car should. It has been pointed out on this forum and others that this appears to be a result of faulty design of piston rings. I'm considering suing Skoda UK for the cost of repairs to my Yeti, that I've been told may need a new engine due to oil consumption of over 1.2 litres every 600 miles. If you own an oil burner 1.8TSI, would you consider joining in the suit? If so, just reply yes to this thread and I'll put together a list of potential litigants. In the USA, you can sue companies, and Audi owners have successfully claimed compensation https://www.driving.co.uk/news/british-audi-drivers-battle-for-compensation-over-excessive-oil-consumption/ -
Considering a class action lawsuit against Skoda UK
ZZR600 posted a topic in General Automotive Chat
Like many other Skoda owners, I've noticed that my Yeti 1.8TSI consumes far more oil than a modern car should. It has been pointed out on this forum and others that this appears to be a result of faulty design of piston rings. I'm considering suing Skoda UK for the cost of repairs to my Yeti, that I've been told may need a new engine due to oil consumption of over 1.2 litres every 600 miles. If you own an oil burner, would you consider joining in the suit? If so, just reply yes to this thread and I'll put together a list of potential litigants. In the USA, you can sue companies, and Audi owners have successfully claimed compensation https://www.driving.co.uk/news/british-audi-drivers-battle-for-compensation-over-excessive-oil-consumption/- 16 replies
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Thanks, I had this problem with my previous Seat Leon, got the the stage that the alarm would go off constantly and the only way to stop it was to remove the relevant fuse. Removing the wheel arch liners is a bit of a faff, I'd prefer to know for sure the location of the siren before I had a go at replacing it
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The alarm on my 2010 Yeti is going off randomly. I've read this might be to do with a deteriorating rechargeable battery that is integral to the alarm system. Anyone know where this battery might be located and hot it might be replaced? Apparently they need replacing every 6 years.