What Are the Common Issues with the Kodiaq GT?
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The common issues with the Kodiaq GT include a strong sense of acceleration when pressing the throttle heavily, relatively small interior space, and noise from the air conditioning system. Taking the Kodiaq GT 2021 TSI330 2WD Comfort Edition as an example, its dimensions are 4634mm in length, 1883mm in width, and 1649mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2791mm. The curb weight is 1600kg, and the body structure is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV crossover. In terms of power, it is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 137kW and a maximum torque of 320Nm. For the suspension, the front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a multi-link independent suspension.
I've been driving the Kodiaq GT for two years and noticed several common minor issues. The transmission jerk is particularly noticeable, especially during low-speed gear shifts—it feels like being kicked from behind. The sunroof is another headache; if you forget to check the drainage pipes on rainy days, the passenger footwell will surely turn into a fishpond. The plastic parts on the dashboard rattle annoyingly on rough roads, which is unbearable for those with OCD. The electronic systems are even worse—last week, the reversing camera suddenly went black, almost causing me to scrape the wall while backing up. Oh, and the engine shakes like it has Parkinson's during cold starts; the dealership said the engine mounts wear out quickly. My advice to new owners: get a sunroof drain cleaning tool right away. As for the transmission issue, a software update can help alleviate it somewhat.
When owners bring their Kodiaq GT for repairs after the warranty expires, the most common issues are related to the dual-clutch transmission. Gear shifts, both up and down, are often accompanied by jerking and clicking sounds, primarily due to worn clutch plates and poor matching with the electronic control unit. We also frequently encounter sunroof leaks, mostly caused by loose drainage pipe connections or blockages from dirt and sand, allowing rainwater to seep into the car along the A-pillar. Interior rattles are commonly found around the dashboard and door panel clips, where plastic components expand and contract with temperature changes, creating larger gaps. Electronic faults mainly involve software bugs, such as the infotainment system freezing or the reversing camera signal cutting out. If the steering wheel shakes noticeably at idle, it’s likely due to the aging rubber mount on the engine’s right side.
