Skoda Superb 2009

2009 Skoda Superb: what owners report

• German TÜV data shows above-average serious defects at the first two inspections, mainly worn springs, leaking dampers and brake discs.2008–2023
• On second-generation TSI petrol engines, German reports cite timing chains that stretch or jump, faulty diverter valves and high oil use.2008–2015
• DSG automatics can develop jerky shifts from worn clutches or mechatronics, and in some cases the whole gearbox fails.2008–2023
• Many UK owners of the 2008-2015 Superb report few or no faults, several of them past 50,000 miles.2008–2015