Cupra Leon – Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Cupra Leon

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Cupra Leon, for which Seat has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Cupra Leon. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Cupra Leon have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

• Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest Cupra Leon’s Issues in the EU

Cupra Leon (2023)

14/11/2023

Improper heat treatment applied to engine mounts may cause them to break. This affects the stability of driving, increasing the ri...

Cupra Leon (2020 – 2022)

01/10/2022

In the event of an accident, there is a risk that the load in the baggage compartment will shoot forwards to the partition grille ...

Cupra Leon (2020 – 2022)

10/05/2022

A faulty fuse can cause an arc flash in the event of a short circuit and cause a fire. The Cupra Leon vehicles affected by this re...