Is it safe to drive my car without the undertray?

Is it harmful to drive without the undertray? I have a Skoda Yeti and it fell off yesterday. I have a week of work trips before I can get to a garage to replace it.

Asked on 8 September 2025 by Katie Rigg

Answered by Alan Ross

Without the undertray, your engine, oil pan and other vital parts are unprotected and vulnerable to damage from stones, debris, and potholes. Having said that there is only a small chance of any type of damage and as such we would consider that the risk is very minimal and as such use the car until you can get it replaced as soon as possible.

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