Turbo failure on the Seat Leon leads to loss of power and noises caused by a faulty wastegate, damaged hoses or contamination, while regular servicing with quality oil prevents this....Read more
Vibrations in the chassis and a wandering feeling while driving are not uncommon with the Volvo V60. These issues are usually caused by worn suspension components, wheel imbalance or tyre...Read more
A faulty air conditioning or climate control system in the Volvo S60 usually has a clear cause. Contaminated sensors often cause problems. A fault in the temperature reading or the...Read more
The timing chain of the Kia Ceed II stretches due to wear. This causes rattling noises when starting from cold. The fault can lead to serious engine malfunctions or even...Read more
The Powershift automatic gearbox in the Volvo S40 suffers from persistent clutch problems, especially in the 2.0D and petrol models. Jerky gear changes, a slipping sensation and harsh engagement between...Read more
You can recognise a slipping transmission in the Volvo S40 by rising revs without the car accelerating at the same rate, a slow response when changing gear and sometimes even...Read more
A well-prepared car in winter saves you hassle and high costs. The Volkswagen Taigo is reliable, but in low temperatures it needs extra attention for the battery, tyres, fluids and...Read more
The air conditioning on the Renault Captur frequently causes complaints due to faults in the compressor and evaporator. Owners often report abnormal noises from the air-con pump, after which complete...Read more
Broken windscreen wipers and wiper motor problems immediately cause poor visibility in bad weather, which is a danger on the road. Noise from the wiper mechanism, rear wipers that hesitate...Read more
Rust on front springs, internal components and bodywork spoils the appearance of the Volvo V70 and can develop into a structural problem. This is especially the case with older examples...Read more