Jeep Patriot Roof Rack Leaking

The 2014 jeep patriot has 8 problems reported for sunroof leaks.

Jeep patriot roof rack leaking.

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. 2017 jeep patriot latitude. Take a wet rag and wipe down all of the seals. Average failure mileage is 10 000 miles.

Jeep needs to find a solution and. Roof rack unsealed. Holes drilled for mounting a roof rack should be waterproofed to prevent or fix a leak. Jeep patriot leaking water into roof and interior light at rear.

62 000 miles either the sunroof or roof racks leak water into the car s interior through the dome light after a heavy rain. Fix a leak in the roof of a vehicle immediately after you notice itto avoid permanent damage. Jeeps are supposed to represent durability off road capability and great all weather handling. I ve heard this is a common problem.

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. 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. 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. Clean around all of the rubber seals.

Caused by degrading seal on high mount brake light assembly on hatch. Over time a leak will ruin the head liner carpets and seats. 141 people reported this problem repairpal fair price estimate. A leaking roof rack will cause damage to the interior of your vehicle.