Recall

Mr-E · 18-07-2008, 18:15

I've just received a letter from my dealer (Clock Skoda) that there is an outstanding recall on my vehicle (Octavia Vrs Tdi 07 plate) and that I should contact the aftersales team ASAP.

After having a quick look on the VOSA website - VOSA - Vehicle Recalls
which only came up with the flywheel problem on 1687 cars built between 2004 and 2005.

1, does anyone know of any other problems and,
2, should I be worried about it if it is the flywheel problem?

I'll be contacting them in the morning anyway to sort things out but I always like to be prepared.

cheezemonkhai · 18-07-2008, 18:28

Contact them and ask what it is.

It's gong to be under warrenty so doesn't hurt for you to do it.

jamesmckelvie · 18-07-2008, 20:07

Email the dealer then it doesn't cost you a phonecall, that's what I do, cos I am a tight cnut

Captain Scarlet · 18-07-2008, 20:10

Ah, I've not heard anything either, same car as you too. May have to check with the dealer when I chase up my new windscreen.

Lummox · 18-07-2008, 20:25

Could be something as simple as a radio update.

vRSLen · 18-07-2008, 21:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lummox

Could be something as simple as a radio update.

What was the radio update for Ross, as I had issues with my stream, ie no sound at times

My newer Stream MP3 has been just fine

IanVW · 18-07-2008, 22:02

accoustic bang, i know some of the vrs's needed and engine flash

Mr-E · 19-07-2008, 10:02

Right - I've just been on the phone to the dealer and they tell me that its the glow-plug relay which needs looking at.

They seemed surprised when I told them that the warning light came on about 8 weeks after I received the vehicle (June 2007-ish) and it had been into them at that time and was changed.

The woman looked it up on their computer and confirmed that it had been done last year but that she would double check just to make sure that everything is OK or if it needed checking again and would ring me back on Monday.

Something of a relief.

Me thinks that inter-departmental communication may need looking at as well as the relay.

**VRStu** · 19-07-2008, 10:36

I don't think it's a recall but more like a TSB. Many TSB's come out which detail updates to your vehicle but they normally advise the dealer not to contact the owner but to wait for the next workshop visit.

magic62 · 19-07-2008, 11:17

Could be the 28E1 motorupdate for the particular filter system.

Mr-E · 21-07-2008, 19:06

Well they haven't contacted me back about the recall.

I've sent them an E-mail this evening and I'll see what they say about it.

Failing that I'll have a run down at the weekend and have a talk at them in person.

CHRIS ELLIS · 21-07-2008, 19:19

Got a call from my dealer today 06 model vrs needs an ECU update

.well i don't own that car any more .

Lummox · 21-07-2008, 19:24

Its not all that suprising, we have quite a few cross overs where cars will have been in for rectification work we replace parts and the defective part then becomes a recall or TSB as Stu says, if your car is effected you get a letter even if the part has been replaced as there isnt really a commnication between the two. The recall notice will get sent out with just a reference number on it, the person who contacts you will probably know little of nothing about what it actually entails. Not only that but I think we as dealers are obligated to still check the car, check the correct parts are fitted and report that fact to the manufacturer, they will have a list of all cars that need to be checked, each one has to be seen regardless.

micndiesel · 21-07-2008, 19:26

Took my 06 vrs petrol octavia in today for 2 updates i was told one is for something to do with a speaker problem and the other ecu update of some kind

jamesmckelvie · 21-07-2008, 19:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lummox

Its not all that suprising, we have quite a few cross overs where cars will have been in for rectification work we replace parts and the defective part then becomes a recall or TSB as Stu says, if your car is effected you get a letter even if the part has been replaced as there isnt really a commnication between the two. The recall notice will get sent out with just a reference number on it, the person who contacts you will probably know little of nothing about what it actually entails. Not only that but I think we as dealers are obligated to still check the car, check the correct parts are fitted and report that fact to the manufacturer, they will have a list of all cars that need to be checked, each one has to be seen regardless.

I think the manufacturer should foot the bill for fuel, and wear and tear having to visit the stealer.

CJJE · 31-07-2008, 17:04

I had a phone message left by my dealer while I was on holiday to say there was a safety recall for my 2006 Octavia II TDI. VOSA only show the flywheel problem which predates my car, but when I phoned the dealers was told there was a software update to cure possible loud bangs from the loudspeakers! (Depending on your musical tastes I suppose you may not notice these??)

I've got mine booked in for the 11th of August which is as early as they can do it - so are a lot of cars affected?

What if you've tweaked your ECU for higher power? Would that get overwritten? (I haven't done this but am just curious to know the answer.)

CJJE

**VRStu** · 31-07-2008, 23:27

It won't be a recall. Lots of dealers seem to be actioning these TSB's from ages ago now things have gone quiet, perhaps to raise a little revenue.

Just updating the radio wouldn't remove a remap, they only reprogram the radio.

18-07-2008, 18:15	#1
Mr-E Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Recall I've just received a letter from my dealer (Clock Skoda) that there is an outstanding recall on my vehicle (Octavia Vrs Tdi 07 plate) and that I should contact the aftersales team ASAP. After having a quick look on the VOSA website - VOSA - Vehicle Recalls which only came up with the flywheel problem on 1687 cars built between 2004 and 2005. 1, does anyone know of any other problems and, 2, should I be worried about it if it is the flywheel problem? I'll be contacting them in the morning anyway to sort things out but I always like to be prepared.

18-07-2008, 18:28	#2
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 13,915 Thanks: 77 Thanked 352 Times in 326 Posts	Re: Recall Contact them and ask what it is. It's gong to be under warrenty so doesn't hurt for you to do it. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

18-07-2008, 20:07	#3
jamesmckelvie Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 465 Thanks: 24 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Re: Recall Email the dealer then it doesn't cost you a phonecall, that's what I do, cos I am a tight cnut __________________ 1.9 TDI Elegance - Cappuccino Beige Plenty enough power and torque for the economy offered

18-07-2008, 20:10	#4
Captain Scarlet Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Carlisle Posts: 2,300 Thanks: 89 Thanked 107 Times in 104 Posts	Re: Recall Ah, I've not heard anything either, same car as you too. May have to check with the dealer when I chase up my new windscreen. __________________ Running on the fuel of Satan....

18-07-2008, 20:25	#5
Lummox Hairy Yeti Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 21,415 Thanks: 19 Thanked 573 Times in 501 Posts	Re: Recall Could be something as simple as a radio update. __________________ Unit 18 now open Servicing, repairs, modifications you name it we do it. Cupra console bushes at special price, PM for a very competitive quote.

18-07-2008, 22:02	#7
IanVW Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 43 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Recall accoustic bang, i know some of the vrs's needed and engine flash

19-07-2008, 10:02	#8
Mr-E Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Recall Right - I've just been on the phone to the dealer and they tell me that its the glow-plug relay which needs looking at. They seemed surprised when I told them that the warning light came on about 8 weeks after I received the vehicle (June 2007-ish) and it had been into them at that time and was changed. The woman looked it up on their computer and confirmed that it had been done last year but that she would double check just to make sure that everything is OK or if it needed checking again and would ring me back on Monday. Something of a relief. Me thinks that inter-departmental communication may need looking at as well as the relay.

19-07-2008, 10:36	#9
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,835 Thanks: 90 Thanked 858 Times in 773 Posts	Re: Recall I don't think it's a recall but more like a TSB. Many TSB's come out which detail updates to your vehicle but they normally advise the dealer not to contact the owner but to wait for the next workshop visit. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

19-07-2008, 11:17	#10
magic62 Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Leverkusen Germany Posts: 87 Thanks: 2 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Recall Could be the 28E1 motorupdate for the particular filter system. __________________ Silver 2006 vRS-TDI estate, mostly std, just a couple of mild changes. Roofrack, alarm, heated rearseats, VW RNS 510 + CD-changer, sunsafe + Climair sonniboys, cruisecontrol, , HillHold, interior superflux leds, original SonyEricsson FSE with K810i, BBS RD394 16" winterwheels, polished BBS VZ033 (CH) 18" summerwheels.

21-07-2008, 19:06	#11
Mr-E Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Recall Well they haven't contacted me back about the recall. I've sent them an E-mail this evening and I'll see what they say about it. Failing that I'll have a run down at the weekend and have a talk at them in person.

21-07-2008, 19:19	#12
CHRIS ELLIS Briskodian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 786 Thanks: 6 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Recall Got a call from my dealer today 06 model vrs needs an ECU update .well i don't own that car any more . __________________ Megan Fox Yummy XENONS HEATED SEATS PARK ASSIST .MAXIDOT.

21-07-2008, 19:24	#13
Lummox Hairy Yeti Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 21,415 Thanks: 19 Thanked 573 Times in 501 Posts	Re: Recall Its not all that suprising, we have quite a few cross overs where cars will have been in for rectification work we replace parts and the defective part then becomes a recall or TSB as Stu says, if your car is effected you get a letter even if the part has been replaced as there isnt really a commnication between the two. The recall notice will get sent out with just a reference number on it, the person who contacts you will probably know little of nothing about what it actually entails. Not only that but I think we as dealers are obligated to still check the car, check the correct parts are fitted and report that fact to the manufacturer, they will have a list of all cars that need to be checked, each one has to be seen regardless. __________________ Unit 18 now open Servicing, repairs, modifications you name it we do it. Cupra console bushes at special price, PM for a very competitive quote.

21-07-2008, 19:26	#14
micndiesel Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: nottingham Posts: 116 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Recall Took my 06 vrs petrol octavia in today for 2 updates i was told one is for something to do with a speaker problem and the other ecu update of some kind __________________ 360 gamertag:micndiesel psn gamertag :micndiesel

31-07-2008, 17:04	#16
CJJE Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Midlands Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Recall I had a phone message left by my dealer while I was on holiday to say there was a safety recall for my 2006 Octavia II TDI. VOSA only show the flywheel problem which predates my car, but when I phoned the dealers was told there was a software update to cure possible loud bangs from the loudspeakers! (Depending on your musical tastes I suppose you may not notice these??) I've got mine booked in for the 11th of August which is as early as they can do it - so are a lot of cars affected? What if you've tweaked your ECU for higher power? Would that get overwritten? (I haven't done this but am just curious to know the answer.) CJJE

31-07-2008, 23:27	#17
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,835 Thanks: 90 Thanked 858 Times in 773 Posts	Re: Recall It won't be a recall. Lots of dealers seem to be actioning these TSB's from ages ago now things have gone quiet, perhaps to raise a little revenue. Just updating the radio wouldn't remove a remap, they only reprogram the radio. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

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