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Old 12-07-2003 | 04:10 PM
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Tail Light Leaks?

hey all I finallygot to do my test drive yesterday and I now want this car more than ever. however when i took it back to the dealership I noticed that the tail lights both had a large amount of vapor inside. have many people had ths problem? or is this an isolated incedent? let me know, Thanks.
Old 12-07-2003 | 04:15 PM
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People have mentioned what "seems" to be condensation, I have noted it as well, but then I look they next day and it's clear as a bell in there with no traces or evaporation marks. I've had my car for over 4 months..
Old 12-07-2003 | 04:29 PM
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I think a few people noted hairline cracks on the corners which is letting in the moisture.
Old 12-07-2003 | 04:36 PM
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does anyone know what company manufactures the housings for mazda? I have always noticed that many of the after market tail assemblies leak almost badly enough to have fish swimming in i.e. altezza. I also assume that mazda will replace them on warranty. its just proving it like voodoo said thats hard. BTW should i pick yellow or silver?
Old 12-07-2003 | 04:39 PM
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Originally posted by Spinny 3ngls
I also assume that mazda will replace them on warranty. its just proving it like voodoo said thats hard.
You are right, if you do end up finding a guppy in there or something, the dealer will replace under warranty.
Old 12-07-2003 | 04:42 PM
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although now that i think of it fish and rice do go together nicely. maybe thats whats next on the rice scene.
Old 12-07-2003 | 05:43 PM
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I noticed vapor a few times on extremely wet days. But they do clear up overnight.
Old 12-07-2003 | 11:21 PM
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I had both rear lights replaced under warranty. Craze lines were forming, and moisture was getting in. I did a search under taillights and got plenty of info including pictures.. The dealer stated they knew of the problem and replaced them the same day.. no problems w/ the new ones.
Old 12-07-2003 | 11:43 PM
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i didn't know of this problem....i'll check my lights in the morning.
Old 12-07-2003 | 11:51 PM
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I have had my car since October 20th and haven't seen it yet. In my area we have a lot of rain and snow so I should have seen it if it was delivered that way.
Old 12-08-2003 | 06:17 PM
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I have the same thing. The chance of finding the crack is 0-None..But, it isn't a major issue..it drys right up with time.
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