Skoda To Recall Over 40,000 Cars In The Land Of Putin

Russian standards agency has revealed that Volkswagen is set to recall Skoda cars in Russia over hydraulic system issue. The affected models are sold between 2012 to 2016.

By Sukesh

Russian standards agency has revealed that Volkswagen is set to recall 43,151 Skoda cars in Russia due to a hydraulic system issue.

Volkswagen To Recall Skoda Cars In Russia

The Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart) revealed that Volkswagen Group Rus would recall Skoda Octavia, Superb, Yeti and Rapid sold from 2012 to 2016 in Russia.

Volkswagen To Recall Skoda Cars In Russia

The reason for this recall is due to high pressure in the hydraulic system of the cars mentioned above.

Volkswagen To Recall Skoda Cars In Russia

The report further read, "The reason of recalling Skoda Octavia, Superb, Fabia, Yeti and Rapid cars with 7-speed DSG gearbox is the potential damage of pressure accumulator because of high pressure in the hydraulic system."

Volkswagen To Recall Skoda Cars In Russia

The high pressure in the hydraulic system leads to non-tightness in the systems and triggers the indicator lamp. The gearbox control unit software will be updated in the recalled vehicles. The repair work will be carried out free of charge.

Volkswagen To Recall Skoda Cars In Russia

Skoda has launched the 2017 Rapid in the Indian market. Check out the photos of the new sedan by clicking the gallery below.

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Article Published On: Tuesday, March 14, 2017, 15:10 [IST]
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