Skoda Roomster Radio Reception Problems

Radio problems in a Roomster Sounds familiar. I had similar issues with mine a while back. Does the error message mention anything specific, or is it just a general 'radio error'? Did you check the connection of the antenna cable to the radio unit itself? Sometimes it's just a loose connection. It's worth a look before you start tearing things apart or spending money. Also, have you validated the antenna ground?

Thanks for the quick reply! When you say 'antenna ground', where exactly should I be looking? And how would I even check if the antenna cable is loose? I'm not exactly a car electronics expert...

Yep, the antenna ground is often overlooked, but can cause all sorts of radio issues. As for checking the cable, you'd need to partially remove the radio unit. If you are unsure, I would recommend getting it checked at a workshop. In my case, it ended up being a faulty antenna too. Given the symptoms you're describing – error message, no audio, and an antenna-related error code – it does point towards a defective antenna. I suggest you get it checked.

Took your advice and brought the Roomster to a trusted workshop. Turns out you were spot on – the antenna was indeed faulty! They replaced it, and the radio is working perfectly again. The bill came to 255€, which included the new antenna and labor. Thanks again for your help!