Fix for cracked/scratched 2014 LS tail light?

[IAMTHEDANGER]

I have a 2014 Camaro 2LS and after washing my car today, I noticed condensation inside my driver's side tail light. I blew it off for a while until later today I went outside to check it out. I figured the gasket was loose or the seal was broken but under close inspection I noticed tiny cracks in the upper portion of my tail light. I know for a fact that I haven't hit anything. This car was brand new and I got it home 4-14-14. I think it must've happened during the shipping of the vehicle. Or I possibly slammed the trunk too hard, causing the tail light to crack. I'm really confused by this, but none the less, I need to fix it.

I was planning on smoking my taillights with Plastidip (legal here in Louisiana) this weekend, will this stop the cracks from leaking? Or should I buy a clear film to go over the tail light? I don't want to glue the cracks shut because I'm scared to shove my tail light in the oven to open it. What do you guys think? Any other fixes?

If need be I'll upload pictures tomorrow in the morning.

[kevint]

Bring it back to the dealer. See what they say.

[Evergreen6]

Have the dealer replace the tail light assembly. Without seeing pictures, it's hard to tell, but the lens might just not be sealed all the way to the backing, and through clear plastic that can look like cracking . It's still letting in moisture but just because it might not be sealed, not cracked.

Should be a simple warranty replacement. I've had fogging lamp assemblies replaced under warranty before. Some of them just don't come completely baked together from the factory. No big deal.

[IAMTHEDANGER]

Originally Posted by kevint

Bring it back to the dealer. See what they say.

That's a problem, the body shop at the dealership I bought the car from is horrible. I took my car in to get my GM blade spoiler installed and they refused service. They told me "It doesn't belong on that car". So yeah, I hate them. DIY is something I'm more comfortable with anyway.

[IAMTHEDANGER]

Originally Posted by Evergreen6

Have the dealer replace the tail light assembly. Without seeing pictures, it's hard to tell, but the lens might just not be sealed all the way to the backing, and through clear plastic that can look like cracking . It's still letting in moisture but just because it might not be sealed, not cracked.

Should be a simple warranty replacement. I've had fogging lamp assemblies replaced under warranty before. Some of them just don't come completely baked together from the factory. No big deal.

That gives me a bit more hope. I'll take out the assembly tomorrow and inspect them. I'll take a few pictures, too.

[The Blue Angel]

I have had my driver's side tail light on my 2014 replaced due to condensation inside the housing. Talk to a service adviser about your issue. If the service adviser gives you a hard time. Go to the Service Manager. They have a final say with the issue at hand.

[TheSmokingSuns]

Post some pics

[baum]

i would guess its just a stress fracture from the molding process. it should be covered. try another dealer if they are giving you a hard time

[IAMTHEDANGER]

Hey guys, I'm sorry I had a lot of stuff to do today and didn't get a chance to take pictures. But here you go, sorry for the bad quality. http://imgur.com/a/AEsY2

The cracks aren't very big, I'm hoping plastidip will seal them up. Will try tomorrow if my plans come through.

[Dubscamaro]

Should be under warranty.

[eurostyle]

Originally Posted by IAMTHEDANGER

That gives me a bit more hope. I'll take out the assembly tomorrow and inspect them. I'll take a few pictures, too.

Remember, in order to take out the assembly you will have to remove the whole rear bumper. I had the same problem, went to the dealer and they replaced the assembly under warranty. Waiting time was over 3 hours.

[tomlink]

Originally Posted by eurostyle

Remember, in order to take out the assembly you will have to remove the whole rear bumper.

Wow is that true for the 14's? For previous years it is not nearly so complicated. I installed Technostalgia taillights and all I needed to remove was the black plastic covering the top and the chrome bezels.

[eurostyle]

Originally Posted by tomlink

Wow is that true for the 14's? For previous years it is not nearly so complicated. I installed Technostalgia taillights and all I needed to remove was the black plastic covering the top and the chrome bezels.

Yes, it is true according to the dealer.

[Alfieboy]

dealer- bumper to bumper..