Water in tailgate

Boatie · Feb 21st, 2019, 21:37

Really, the title says it.
Earlier today I was unloading the car when I found myself receiving an impromptu shower. Water was running out of the tailgate from the left hand side of the plastic moulding carrying the buttons that close the gate. Close examination of the area shows slight evidence of it happening before (watermarks) but this was the first time I noticed it. It wasn’t a great deal, maybe half an egg cup. The rear wash is still working. The car was last washed about 3 weeks ago when it was serviced. I’ve had the back open a number of times since.
Has anyone had a similar experience? I popped into the dealer to discuss the matter and their reaction was one of surprise. It’s booked in next Tuesday for them to have a look.
Should add that there don’t appear to be any drain holes as in a door.
Apart from the airbag bolt recall and a couple of software issues this is the first fault in 2 years less a week.

Frank

V90

MaDProFF · Feb 21st, 2019, 22:10

This is why I think the struts are breaking, water getting in, rust and freezing seizing up the struts and the force breaking them.

After I wash the car I notice water in my XC 60 around the plastic housing etc inside

Haldex · Feb 22nd, 2019, 09:00

I think Boatie has water in the tailgate- not in the struts..

I'm thinking unless you had some major rainfall it's probably a leaky rear washer hose.. the dealer will sort it out I'm sure

Boatie · Feb 26th, 2019, 22:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haldex

I think Boatie has water in the tailgate- not in the struts..

I'm thinking unless you had some major rainfall it's probably a leaky rear washer hose.. the dealer will sort it out I'm sure

Unfortunately they couldn't find any cause

All that can be done is wait to see if it happens again.

Feb 21st, 2019, 21:37	#1
Boatie Master Member Last Online: Apr 10th, 2024 18:14 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Watford	Water in tailgate Really, the title says it. Earlier today I was unloading the car when I found myself receiving an impromptu shower. Water was running out of the tailgate from the left hand side of the plastic moulding carrying the buttons that close the gate. Close examination of the area shows slight evidence of it happening before (watermarks) but this was the first time I noticed it. It wasn’t a great deal, maybe half an egg cup. The rear wash is still working. The car was last washed about 3 weeks ago when it was serviced. I’ve had the back open a number of times since. Has anyone had a similar experience? I popped into the dealer to discuss the matter and their reaction was one of surprise. It’s booked in next Tuesday for them to have a look. Should add that there don’t appear to be any drain holes as in a door. Apart from the airbag bolt recall and a couple of software issues this is the first fault in 2 years less a week. Frank V90

Feb 21st, 2019, 22:10	#2
MaDProFF Master Member Last Online: Dec 10th, 2019 17:40 Join Date: May 2018 Location: London	This is why I think the struts are breaking, water getting in, rust and freezing seizing up the struts and the force breaking them. After I wash the car I notice water in my XC 60 around the plastic housing etc inside __________________ XC60 T8 R-Design Pro MY19

Feb 22nd, 2019, 09:00	#3
Haldex Premier Member Last Online: Dec 18th, 2023 13:17 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Paris	I think Boatie has water in the tailgate- not in the struts.. I'm thinking unless you had some major rainfall it's probably a leaky rear washer hose.. the dealer will sort it out I'm sure __________________ V60 D3 V60 D5 RD XC60 D5 RD AWD XC40 B4 RD AWD

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