How common is the Mazda 3 ABS / ESP module fault?

Any idea how frequent the ABS/ESP module fault is which affects the Volkswagen Golf V, Mazda 3, Skoda Octavia and BMW 1 Series? Is it a problem that all cars fitted with this unit will definitely suffer...

Why was the ESP module unplugged in my Volkswagen Touran?

I bought a '54 Volkswagen Touran 2.0TDi sport a month ago. I paid a high price because the car is as clean as a whistle inside and out and has done 100,000 miles. It has a full Volkswagen service history....

I've identified part numbers for faulty components related to Volkswagen and Audi ESP faults.

Dear John, I am sure you're aware of the esp fault on Volkswagens and Audis. Here are the Common Failing Part Numbers: 1K0614517H, 1K0907379K, 1K0614517J, 1K0907379AA, 1K0614117A, 1K0614517, 1K0614117B,...

Has the Skoda Yeti been upgraded due to ESP faults in early models?

Having read your articles on the problems with these components and as I am considering the purchase of a new Skoda Yeti, I would like to know if these unreliable parts have been upgraded? I asked the...

Why won't SEAT assist with an ESP fault on my 4-year-old car?

My car was out of warranty on 17/3/09 and has had three dealer services and my last service was at Kwik Fit. I had this problem diagnosed by Kwik Fit and got in touch with SEAT about a 'good will' gesture....

Extra Sensory

When considering buying a new Skoda Octavia 1.4TSI, I asked two local dealerships about the advisability of ordering the electronic stability programme (ESP) as a factory-fitted extra. Both were negative,...

Extra Sensitive Perception

I have a 2009 Golf Mk6 2.0 Tdi 110 that experiences momentary hesitation in power delivery when driving down moderately steep hills. The local VW franchise has been very attentive but reports this as...