2026 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated June 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 CUPRA Raval has 6 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 CUPRA Raval has 6 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Touch-sensitive sliders for climate and volume are easy to mis-press, Firm ride with 19-inch wheels — jiggly and crashy over urban surfaces, Modest DC fast-charging peak — 90-130 kW well below class leaders. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2026 CUPRA Raval has 6 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known CUPRA Raval issues range from $0 to $1,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Like other VW Group MEB/MEB+ cars, the Raval uses touch-sensitive sliders beneath the screen for temperature and volume instead of physical knobs. Reviewers across Carwow, Autocar, What Car?, Electrifying and CarExpert independently report that the sliders are too easy to brush b… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
Consider softening claims that specifically attribute 'Bridgestone Potenza' callouts and 'DCC Comfort mode does not fully tame ride' to the cited reviews — those specifics were not confirmed in Carwow/CarsGuide fetched content. The general firm-ride-on-19s and engineer-confirmed-… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: medium.
CUPRA specs and independent confirmation via EV Database show the 37 kWh Raval peaks at just 90 kW DC and the 52 kWh battery at ~130 kW (Australian-spec test cars capped at 105 kW). 10-80% top-up takes 23-24 minutes — fine for a city car but a real drawback on motorway journeys v… Repairs typically run $0-$1,200. Severity: medium.
Autocar's review of the VZ Extreme specifically flags 'nervous driver assistance tech' as a downside, and Parkers calls out 'nervous driver assistance tech' as one of three top cons. This is consistent with VW Group MEB cars (ID.3/ID.4/Born) where mandatory EU GSR-II lane-keep, s… Repairs typically run $0-$250. Severity: medium.
Multiple launch-drive reviewers report that the Raval's new integrated 'one-box' brake module (which combines the brake servo and stability-control hardware into a single unit) produced inconsistent pedal feel and response in extreme braking situations during pre-production test… Repairs typically run $0-$500. Severity: medium.
A UK review flags that the Raval's CCS port is mounted on the front driver-side wing rather than the conventional rear-quarter location used on most EVs. This forces drivers to park nose-first into charging bays, which often conflicts with how public DC chargers are oriented (esp… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
