Black smoke and engine failure in 2017 Skoda Octavia petrol engine: tips and advice wanted

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JakoB

SKODA

Octavia

| 2017 | | Gasoline

Check engine light on

Stalling while idling

Loss of engine power

Black smoke from exhaust on acceleration

Poor fuel economy

Unsteady engine

Strong exhaust smell

Jerking on acceleration

Engine shuts off by itself

Hi everyone! I need your help. I have a problem with my 2017 Skoda Octavia petrol engine, which has already done 158690 km. It emits black smoke when I accelerate, the check engine light is on and the engine stalls from time to time. It also jerks when driving and the fuel consumption is high. My suspicion is fuel composition. Have you ever experienced something like this and how did you solve the problem? My last experience with my garage was not exactly exhilarating, so I'm looking for people with similar experiences. So, any good garage tips and advice would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks in advance!

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4 comment(s)

HPMeyer

Hey, I know your problem quite well, because I also had it last time with my 2014 Skoda Superb Diesel. Black smoke, check engine light and slightly higher consumption. Ultimately, it was a problem with the injector system, which also affects the fuel composition, so your suspicion could be correct. The engine stalled from time to time and jerked when driving. So I would say it was a serious problem. After some time in the workshop, it was fixed and I've had peace of mind ever since. Check it out at your next garage, maybe it's the injector. Good luck with that!

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JakoB (Author)

Hey, thanks a lot for your advice! It's pretty reassuring to hear that someone has been through the same problem and was able to solve it. An injector problem makes sense, I should have thought of that too! Can you remember how expensive the repair was for you? And have there been any subsequent problems since then or has everything gone smoothly since? Thanks again!

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HPMeyer

Hey, I'm glad I could help you! The repair cost around €255. A sensor was defective, which was supposed to provide the data for the fuel composition. But after the mechanic's visit, the error in the fuel composition was rectified. Since then, everything has been back to normal - no more black smoke, no more jerking. So, everything is fine! If you have any further questions, keep them coming! All the best!

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JakoB (Author)

Hey, that sounds really reassuring to hear, thanks! I guess I can get over €255 if it means I can keep my car and not be in the garage all the time. I'll take your advice on board and see if it's the injector system for me too. Thanks again, you've helped me a lot! Take care!

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