Condensation in tail lights or headlights?

edeeZee · 10-21-2009, 12:15 AM

Yep, that's what happened to mine. Anyone got solutions?

Steven · 10-21-2009, 12:31 AM

I got the best solution.. use the warranty that came with your new car.

the dealer will replace the lights with brand new ones.

MeetJoeAsian · 10-21-2009, 12:44 AM

that means you have a leak or a crack somewhere in the seal or your light fixture...

edeeZee · 10-21-2009, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by MeetJoeAsian

that means you have a leak or a crack somewhere in the seal or your light fixture...

Thanks, didn't know that a leak/crack caused it.

batman_4 · 10-21-2009, 01:44 AM

^ just found some condensation in both of my rear tails this past weekend.

gorillanismo · 10-21-2009, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steven

I got the best solution.. use the warranty that came with your new car.

the dealer will replace the lights with brand new ones.

+1......

Modshack · 10-21-2009, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeetJoeAsian

that means you have a leak or a crack somewhere in the seal or your light fixture...

Not necessarily..These light are not really "sealed" despite the fact that they're glued together, there are lots of ways air gets in. Change in atmosphere, humidity etc. especially at this time of year where there are big temp swings from day to night, will easily cause condensation inside the lens depending on where you park at night..It'll disappear after the temps equalize..

I would seriously doubt Nissan would allow these to be replaced under warranty...

nogoodname · 10-21-2009, 09:22 AM

might as well try and see if they will replace

Bromotoz · 10-21-2009, 11:47 AM

I have the same problem, please keep us posted with what you find out at the Dealer.

370Zsteve · 10-21-2009, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

Not necessarily..These light are not really "sealed" despite the fact that they're glued together, there are lots of ways air gets in. Change in atmosphere, humidity etc. especially at this time of year where there are big temp swings from day to night, will easily cause condensation inside the lens depending on where you park at night..It'll disappear after the temps equalize..

I would seriously doubt Nissan would allow these to be replaced under warranty...

A voice of reason in a sea of BS.

+1 for you

kenchan · 10-21-2009, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

Not necessarily..These light are not really "sealed" despite the fact that they're glued together, there are lots of ways air gets in. Change in atmosphere, humidity etc. especially at this time of year where there are big temp swings from day to night, will easily cause condensation inside the lens depending on where you park at night..It'll disappear after the temps equalize..

I would seriously doubt Nissan would allow these to be replaced under warranty...

yep, wat he said. some water inside is normal unless it starts fogging up real bad.

Steven · 10-21-2009, 12:47 PM

Im sorry but I absolutely disagree. The lights are sealed.. not 100% waterproof, but pretty darn close to it. Very water resistant especially to the elements.

In the 20+ vehicles I have ever owned, only ONE had a single light that fogged. (jeep grand cherokee) it was replaced by the dealer immediately. These lights are hundreds of dollars and very important "safety"equipment with LED's etc... they are supposed to seal out rain and moisture, not condensate and fog up.. I would take it in.

Can you imagine buying a new GT-R and because it goes from hot to cold, you get a fogged taillight / headlight?? i dont think so.

you have a bad seal somewhere in your rear taillamp and moisture is leaking in.

FuszNissan · 10-21-2009, 12:50 PM

Just take it in and report back, and then we can all see what really happens.

edeeZee · 10-21-2009, 12:53 PM

This occurred after I washed my car. I'll try to post pics of before/after.

Steven · 10-21-2009, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edeeZee

This occurred after I washed my car. I'll try to post pics of before/after.

which equals a minor leak.

Im sure its not condensation like others said.. unless it was 30 degrees outside and you washed your car with boiling water.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

A voice of reason in a sea of BS.

Sorry, i just get a little aggrevated when people call a different theory a "sea of bull$h1t".

10-21-2009, 12:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
edeeZee Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: s. cali, los angeles Posts: 627 Drives: 09 370z plat 6 speed Rep Power: 265	Condensation in tail lights or headlights? Yep, that's what happened to mine. Anyone got solutions?

10-21-2009, 12:44 AM	#3 (permalink)
MeetJoeAsian Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 342 Drives: 350Z to G35c to 370Z Rep Power: 15	that means you have a leak or a crack somewhere in the seal or your light fixture... __________________ http://facebook.com/meetjoeasian

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batman_4 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: McAllen Tx. Posts: 1,038 Drives: '09 PW 370Z Rep Power: 367	^ just found some condensation in both of my rear tails this past weekend. __________________ '09 6spd. Touring: Eibach / SPC / Motordyne / Berk / Z1 / Oneighty / Mines / SSR / Stillen / CFE

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Bromotoz Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: West Georgia Posts: 81 Drives: the wild blue yonder Rep Power: 15	I have the same problem, please keep us posted with what you find out at the Dealer. __________________ 09 Z - Monterey Blue - T/S - 6MT - Persimmon - Navi - F.I. Non-Res CBE - Swifts - Z1 20mm Spacers, Post MAF, SS Brake Lines

10-21-2009, 12:47 PM	#12 (permalink)
Steven Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Clear Lake, TX Posts: 130 Drives: 09 370Z M6 Rep Power: 15	Im sorry but I absolutely disagree. The lights are sealed.. not 100% waterproof, but pretty darn close to it. Very water resistant especially to the elements. In the 20+ vehicles I have ever owned, only ONE had a single light that fogged. (jeep grand cherokee) it was replaced by the dealer immediately. These lights are hundreds of dollars and very important "safety"equipment with LED's etc... they are supposed to seal out rain and moisture, not condensate and fog up.. I would take it in. Can you imagine buying a new GT-R and because it goes from hot to cold, you get a fogged taillight / headlight?? i dont think so. you have a bad seal somewhere in your rear taillamp and moisture is leaking in. Last edited by Steven; 10-21-2009 at 12:53 PM.

10-21-2009, 12:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
Steven Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Clear Lake, TX Posts: 130 Drives: 09 370Z M6 Rep Power: 15	I got the best solution.. use the warranty that came with your new car. the dealer will replace the lights with brand new ones.

10-21-2009, 09:22 AM	#8 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	might as well try and see if they will replace

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FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 541	Just take it in and report back, and then we can all see what really happens. __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

10-21-2009, 12:53 PM	#14 (permalink)
edeeZee Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: s. cali, los angeles Posts: 627 Drives: 09 370z plat 6 speed Rep Power: 265	This occurred after I washed my car. I'll try to post pics of before/after.

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