Is it safe to drive with Skoda Octavia Mk3 Electric Parking Brake Fault?

Generally safe to drive for short distances, but the fault should be diagnosed and repaired promptly.

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Skoda Octavia Mk3 Electric Parking Brake Fault — Skoda Octavia 2013 | MyCarFault

Skoda Octavia Mk3 Electric Parking Brake Fault

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Safe to Drive?

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Urgency Level

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The electric parking brake on Octavia Mk3 can stick, fail to release or display a warning. Actuator or control module fault. Actuator replacement costs £150-350.

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