Škoda Octavia 1Z — Reliability

1Z 2008–2013 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine EA111 1.4 TSI (CAXA/CAXC/CNVA) — 66/100 CAUTION
Known Issues 3

Engine in this model

CAUTION 66

EA111 1.4 TSI (CAXA/CAXC/CNVA)

1.4L TSI I4

The simpler single-turbo EA111 - no supercharger, less heat, fewer piston failures than the twinchar...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure - chain can jump, engine damage EA111 1.4 TSI (CAXA/CAXC/CNVA) critical 98,000 km – 150,000 km
Weak pistons and rings - less common than on the twincharger EA111 1.4 TSI (CAXA/CAXC/CNVA) high —
Elevated oil consumption EA111 1.4 TSI (CAXA/CAXC/CNVA) moderate —