Jeep Patriot Roof Rack Leaking

Jeep patriot leaking water into roof and interior light at rear.

Jeep patriot roof rack leaking. The 2014 jeep patriot has 8 problems reported for sunroof leaks. Jeeps are supposed to represent durability off road capability and great all weather handling. Clean around all of the rubber seals. Jeep needs to find a solution and.

141 people reported this problem repairpal fair price estimate. Our technicians recommend to inspect the roof ditch and sunroof check all grommets and plugs reseal roof seams and replace the sunroof drain tubes if necessary. Caused by degrading seal on high mount brake light assembly on hatch. I ve heard this is a common problem.

A leaking roof rack will cause damage to the interior of your vehicle. Average failure mileage is 10 000 miles. Over time a leak will ruin the head liner carpets and seats. Take a wet rag and wipe down all of the seals.

Used 2014 jeep patriot sport with fwd roof rack fog lights roof rails tinted windows folding mirrors steel wheels usb audio interface independent suspension rear bench seat and front stabilizer bar. Holes drilled for mounting a roof rack should be waterproofed to prevent or fix a leak. Water leaks may be noted from the front and or rear roof area. 2017 jeep patriot latitude.

Unfortunately for thousands of jeep compass and patriot owners they re afraid to drive their cars in the rain due to numerous reports of leaks from the roof sunroof dome lights rear hatch firewall and side doors. Fix a leak in the roof of a vehicle immediately after you notice itto avoid permanent damage. Roof rack unsealed. If you run with your tops off a lot especially when off road dirt and debris can find it s way up and get stuck near the rubber seals which can prevent a good seal.