Skoda Octavia Steering Problems

Whoa, sounds bad! A vibrating steering wheel is never a good sign. A few things to check first. When you say 'spongy,' is it all the time, or just at certain speeds? Have you checked the hydraulic fluid level recently? Low fluid can cause those symptoms. Also, any weird noises when you turn the wheel, like a whine or a groan? It could be something simple, but with that error code, it's worth investigating further. I had a similar issue on my old Passat once, and it turned out to be a cracked pressure hose. Let me know what happens!

Thanks for the quick reply! The sponginess is mostly at lower speeds, like when I'm parking. I did check the hydraulic fluid, and it seems to be at the right level. No weird noises either. The error code is what worries me the most, though. What do you mean by 'cracked pressure hose'? And how would that be related to the error code? Can I check it myself, or should I just take it to a mechanic?

Okay, the fact that it's mostly at low speeds and you're getting an error code really points to an electrical issue. A cracked pressure hose usually presents with fluid leaks and noise, so probably not that. However, a bad connection on the power steering pump or even a faulty sensor could trigger that error and cause the symptoms you're describing. Honestly, with an electrical fault showing up, I'd advise taking it to a workshop. They can properly diagnose the issue and check all the wiring, plugs, and the pump itself. It sounds like the repair cost might be around 95€ if it's just a bad connection. While you're there, get them to check the wheel alignment, just in case.

Just wanted to let you know I took my Octavia to the shop, and you were right! It was a bad cable connection. They cleaned it and secured it. Total cost was 95€, just like you said. Steering feels great again. Thanks a lot for your help!