Problems with the fuel pump on Seat: affected models and engines
In 5 models from Seat there are 3 documented faults with the fuel pump. The most important: wear of the high-pressure pump cam follower, high-pressure pump, injectors and diesel leaks on the EA189 and timing belt, water pump and high-pressure pump.
Documented faults, from most to least important
Severity × frequency. Below each one, the Seat models it appears in.
In León II
In Alhambra II, Altea, Exeo and León II
In Ibiza IV
By Seat model
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Engines and gearboxes involved
Parts for your Seat for faults with the fuel pump
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Frequently asked questions
What faults with the fuel pump do Seat cars have?
In 5 models from Seat there are 3 documented faults with the fuel pump. The most important: wear of the high-pressure pump cam follower, high-pressure pump, injectors and diesel leaks on the EA189 and timing belt, water pump and high-pressure pump. Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.
Which Seat models have the most problems with the fuel pump?
Seat León II (2 faults), Seat Altea (1 fault), Seat Exeo (1 fault) and Seat Ibiza IV (1 fault).
Which Seat engines have faults with the fuel pump?
1.2 TDI (1 fault), 2.0 TDI (1 fault) and VW 2.0 TFSI EA113 (1 fault).