Skoda Elroq 60 Mk1

All MEB platform vehicles share a known 12V auxiliary battery drain characteristic. The car's control electronics draw power continuously, and if the vehicle is parked without being driven or charged for 10-14 days, the 12V battery can drop low enough to prevent unlocking, starting, or charging. This was more severe on 2020-2022 MEB cars and was partially addressed through software updates. The Elroq benefits from newer software (v4.0+), which manages 12V charging more efficiently, but the issue can still occur if the car is left unplugged for extended periods. The 12V battery is an EFB type costing around €150-200, plus €50-100 for dealer fitting and registration. Keeping the car plugged in when parked for extended periods prevents the issue entirely.

The MEB infotainment system has been a persistent source of complaints across the VW Group's electric range. Symptoms include screen freezes requiring a hard reset, the system rebooting while driving, Spotify playback crashing when connected via USB, and Skoda Connect services logging out repeatedly. The Elroq ships with software version 4.0 or newer, which is meaningfully improved over the earlier 3.x versions that plagued the Enyaq and ID.3. However, forum reports from Elroq owners still mention occasional glitches. OTA updates are rolled out periodically. Most software issues do not cost anything beyond the inconvenience, though a dealer visit for a manual reflash or update can run €50-200 if not covered under warranty.

Elroq models equipped with the optional heat pump use R744 (CO2-based) refrigerant, which operates at much higher pressures than the standard R1234yf system. This makes servicing significantly more expensive. A simple regas costs around €300-350 versus €150 for a standard system. If the condenser develops a stone-damage leak, replacement runs €1,500-2,800 including labor (8+ hours), compared to around €500 for a conventional system. R744 equipment and trained technicians are not available at all workshops, which can limit repair options. On MEB-platform cars without the heat pump, a resistive heater is used instead, which is simpler but reduces winter range by 30-40%.

Some Enyaq and Elroq owners report a knocking sound from the rear suspension at low speeds over uneven surfaces. The cause is typically a dry or worn anti-roll bar drop link or a loose lower-arm bushing. Dealers will usually grease or replace the affected component under the 2-year warranty. Outside warranty, drop link replacement costs €150-250 per side including labor. The issue is cosmetic rather than safety-critical and does not affect handling at normal speeds.

Some MEB owners report the DC charging rate dropping below the advertised 165 kW peak relatively quickly during a session, particularly in warm weather when the battery management system reduces power to protect cell temperatures. This is partly by design, but aggressive thermal throttling has been reported more than expected. Separately, intermittent handshake failures at public chargers (car refuses to start charging despite being plugged in) have been reported. Software updates have improved charger compatibility. If the issue persists, a charging port module replacement may be needed, costing around €200-300 for parts and labor.

In March 2026, Volkswagen Group announced a recall affecting approximately 100,000 MEB vehicles built between February 2022 and August 2024, covering the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.Buzz, and Cupra Born. Individual battery modules may not meet specification, creating voltage differences between cells. The recall involves a software update and module inspection, with replacement if needed. No fires or injuries have been reported. The Elroq production started in late 2024 and most units were built after the affected date range, but early pre-production or launch-batch cars could potentially be affected. The repair is covered by recall at no cost; the €0-500 range accounts for possible inconvenience costs (rental car, towing) if the issue causes a breakdown outside warranty coverage.