Who has not had issues with 3rd brake light leaking?

[User_63152]

any 2022's being reported?

I am not sure about 2022. Personally, I think FCA just doesn't care about it. Or, They would have done something concrete. I did notice on mine that there was an extra piece of foam draped across the top of the light. Looks like an afterthought fix.

I was lucky. I didn't have any leaks on the OEM. Even after I initially changed the bulbs to LED. But, I haven't tested the Recon light fixture yet. Too damn cold out.

 

[NewLove]

I am not sure about 2022. Personally, I think FCA just doesn't care about it. Or, They would have done something concrete. I did notice on mine that there was an extra piece of foam draped across the top of the light. Looks like an afterthought fix.

I was lucky. I didn't have any leaks on the OEM. Even after I initially changed the bulbs to LED. But, I haven't tested the Recon light fixture yet. Too damn cold out.

My recon did not come with that extra piece of foam…


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[User_63152]

My recon did not come with that extra piece of foam…


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That's my OEM light in the picture.

The box for the Recon just happened to be in the background. I am storing the OEM fixture in that box.

 

[MontFla]

05-12-21 no leaks

 

[User_63152]

I went through a high pressure car wash earlier. I didn't find any leaks. So, I guess I am good with the Recon.

 

[moosem]

I went through a high pressure car wash earlier. I didn't find any leaks. So, I guess I am good with the Recon.

You just need to have a little patience. Mine didn’t leak until I had the truck for almost three years. Your time is gonna come! LOL! I literally just made it in under the warranty by less than a month, but they did cover it. I also had the rear window leak as well around 18 months.

 

[yellowboy]

I went through a high pressure car wash earlier. I didn't find any leaks. So, I guess I am good with the Recon.

Yes don't assume that. Mine would leak on and off --one day a half inch of rain would cause it to leak, the next time it rained 2 1/2 inches it did not. Depends on tilt of vehicle , and many other factors. In NC 4 repair attempts you can file LL law and so far I had 4. Warranty is done mid June so I will know what to do by then. I can't tell you how much time and inconvenience I have wasted on this getting this P.O.S fixed.

 

[firemedic10584]

I can't understand why FCA is using FOAM gaskets any how? Foam...it ABSORBS water lol, which will eventually seep down (due to the whole gravity thing) and then into the cab. They need to apply a true rubber gasket that can't absorb water and the problem would be solved. At least as far as water coming in from the third brake light.

 

[ferraiolo1]

All 3rd brake lights use a dense foam. It creates a better barrier.


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[firemedic10584]

What tubber gasket did you use?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I1QHA8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[cevans6318]

I can't understand why FCA is using FOAM gaskets any how? Foam...it ABSORBS water lol, which will eventually seep down (due to the whole gravity thing) and then into the cab. They need to apply a true rubber gasket that can't absorb water and the problem would be solved. At least as far as water coming in from the third brake light.

most cars on the road today use this same gasket for the tail lights and third brake lights. My Mercedes uses it on the tail lights, never had an issue. I think ram screwed up by allowing the brake light to have open access into the vehicle. They should of had a opening just for the light and made the harness come though the body into the opening for the light, and use a plug in the body to seal off the harness

 

[My1stHemi]

I took my truck to the dealer today and the recognized the issue right away with the leaking window frame. My SA said he replaces about 1 rear window a day on the rams and there happened to be another one in front of me in line for the same issue. No recall at this time.

Here's the cherry: Even with an extended factory warranty, they will not replace the failed part unless I shell out $2000. RAM you have just created a loyal Toyota customer and another FCA naysayer for life. This truck has been the biggest piece of $64,000 garbage I have ever owned. Never again will you get my business or from anyone I know if I can help it.

 

[ferraiolo1]

Toyota trucks experience rear window leaks as well. With angry owners.

If you hop on their perspective forums also


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[firemedic10584]

Toyota trucks experience rear window leaks as well. With angry owners.

If you hop on their perspective forums also


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Yep. Same with Ford and Chevy. They all have issues.

 

[Scram1500]

The special treatment one receives from a Ram dealership is usually the reason why people jump off the bandwagon

 

[ferraiolo1]

Which is still dealer by dealer.

Every brand has horrid dealers.

Just always funny seeing people complain and then proclaim they are going with brand X.


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[cevans6318]

I took my truck to the dealer today and the recognized the issue right away with the leaking window frame. My SA said he replaces about 1 rear window a day on the rams and there happened to be another one in front of me in line for the same issue. No recall at this time.

Here's the cherry: Even with an extended factory warranty, they will not replace the failed part unless I shell out $2000. RAM you have just created a loyal Toyota customer and another FCA naysayer for life. This truck has been the biggest piece of $64,000 garbage I have ever owned. Never again will you get my business or from anyone I know if I can help it.

replace the rear window with a solid rear window, probably cheaper.

 

[My1stHemi]

Which is still dealer by dealer.

Every brand has horrid dealers.

Just always funny seeing people complain and then proclaim they are going with brand X.


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Yeah it’s like if for years a woman cheats on me and steals from me and finally find my limits I leave her and you’re implying I’m not being logical(?!) I’m just sounding a warning to stay away from this disaster of a woman.

 

[IvoryHemi]

I was preemptive and replaced mine with the (at the time) newest part number (68298380G) and haven’t had any water leak issues.

 

[Nachotaco]

I took my truck to the dealer today and the recognized the issue right away with the leaking window frame. My SA said he replaces about 1 rear window a day on the rams and there happened to be another one in front of me in line for the same issue. No recall at this time.

Here's the cherry: Even with an extended factory warranty, they will not replace the failed part unless I shell out $2000. RAM you have just created a loyal Toyota customer and another FCA naysayer for life. This truck has been the biggest piece of $64,000 garbage I have ever owned. Never again will you get my business or from anyone I know if I can help it.

why isn't it covered by the extended warranty?