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zl1rj · 02-20-2013, 12:07 AM

So, my car has 1500 miles now after the first heaavy storm in sfla i noticed heavy condensation inside both turn signals. A friend in his v6 camaro had non. We laughed about this being a 60k + pos. I called the dealer they had me send pictures of the condensation. After waiting for a day they called me back and stated that GM put out a bulletin saying that water and condensation is normal in many GM vehicles do to a vented light design and some other BS. After a few not so nice words by me they might order them as a courtesy?? WTF.. anyone have a similar issue this is my 13th vehicle. never has condensation been normal on a car...

RedWingsZL1 · 02-20-2013, 03:15 AM

I've seen condensation on numerous GM vehicles I've owned. I don't know if this design is different, but all those had holes on the backside of them inside the engine bay, easy place for moisture to condense. Hope they replace them for you if thats what you want, otherwise I wouldn't be concerned about it.

jsd · 02-20-2013, 05:39 AM

this is normal, i had it on my ss, and i have it on my zl1. when its a little bit colder, it makes condenswater between the heat of the engine and the outside temperature. all other camaros i know in switzerland, have this to. my viper have the same.

SlingShot · 02-20-2013, 07:06 AM

Condensation is caused by a bad seal, and is covered under warranty. Had one of my tail lights replaced about four months a go.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 02-21-2013, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by zl1rj

So, my car has 1500 miles now after the first heaavy storm in sfla i noticed heavy condensation inside both turn signals. A friend in his v6 camaro had non. We laughed about this being a 60k + pos. I called the dealer they had me send pictures of the condensation. After waiting for a day they called me back and stated that GM put out a bulletin saying that water and condensation is normal in many GM vehicles do to a vented light design and some other BS. After a few not so nice words by me they might order them as a courtesy?? WTF.. anyone have a similar issue this is my 13th vehicle. never has condensation been normal on a car...

zl1rj,

I’m sorry you are experiencing this issue with your vehicle. Did you take the dealer up on the offer?

Please keep us posted.

Louis (assisting Brandon)
Chevrolet Customer Service

Mobyd · 10-22-2013, 03:01 PM

http://youtu.be/gS1RIyR6uW8

noah677 · 10-22-2013, 04:15 PM

What is really normal about this --and I keep harping on this point--is the dealer attitude. This response is soooo common. U cannot get anything done at these dealers without having a fit, raising your blood pressure, ruining your day and most often not getting what you need. This why most everyone dreads taking their coveted car in. I WONDER WHY THE BM "helpers" never pop up over terribly common issue

BlackZL1 · 10-24-2013, 03:04 PM

I have a 1989 GMC jimmy with a hole in it from a rock, the light is half full of water and still works great, in fact.. it's the only light I have not replaced on the truck. who would guess..Hahaha

Michael2000 · 10-25-2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by noah677

What is really normal about this --and I keep harping on this point--is the dealer attitude. This response is soooo common. U cannot get anything done at these dealers without having a fit, raising your blood pressure, ruining your day and most often not getting what you need. This why most everyone dreads taking their coveted car in. I WONDER WHY THE BM "helpers" never pop up over terribly common issue

Before your blood pressure rises, just tell them you will contact Chevrolet Customer Service. They always offer to help here on the forum, and I would expect even the mention of that to the dealer will get things going.

Michael

qniknam · 10-25-2013, 12:36 PM

my 2013 SRT Jeep had the same thing when it was brand new. Haven't seen that shit since, I assume you wont have a problemwith it either.

02-20-2013, 12:07 AM	#1
zl1rj Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: florida Posts: 35	ZL1 condensation in front turn signals So, my car has 1500 miles now after the first heaavy storm in sfla i noticed heavy condensation inside both turn signals. A friend in his v6 camaro had non. We laughed about this being a 60k + pos. I called the dealer they had me send pictures of the condensation. After waiting for a day they called me back and stated that GM put out a bulletin saying that water and condensation is normal in many GM vehicles do to a vented light design and some other BS. After a few not so nice words by me they might order them as a courtesy?? WTF.. anyone have a similar issue this is my 13th vehicle. never has condensation been normal on a car...

02-20-2013, 03:15 AM	#2
RedWingsZL1 Drives: 2013 AGM M6 ZL1, 2008 Tahoe LTZ Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Westfield, IN Posts: 372	I've seen condensation on numerous GM vehicles I've owned. I don't know if this design is different, but all those had holes on the backside of them inside the engine bay, easy place for moisture to condense. Hope they replace them for you if thats what you want, otherwise I wouldn't be concerned about it. __________________ 2013 ZL1

02-20-2013, 07:06 AM	#4
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	Condensation is caused by a bad seal, and is covered under warranty. Had one of my tail lights replaced about four months a go. __________________

10-22-2013, 03:01 PM	#6
Mobyd Drives: 2010 White 2SS/RS,01 F150 SuperCrew Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Everett Wa Posts: 206	http://youtu.be/gS1RIyR6uW8 __________________

10-24-2013, 03:04 PM	#8
BlackZL1 BLACK ZL1 Drives: Dodge 3500, 2012 ZL1 VIN#371 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Spokane, Wa Posts: 132 View My Garage	I have a 1989 GMC jimmy with a hole in it from a rock, the light is half full of water and still works great, in fact.. it's the only light I have not replaced on the truck. who would guess..Hahaha __________________

02-20-2013, 05:39 AM	#3
jsd Drives: 2012 ZL 1 #370 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Switzerland Posts: 351	this is normal, i had it on my ss, and i have it on my zl1. when its a little bit colder, it makes condenswater between the heat of the engine and the outside temperature. all other camaros i know in switzerland, have this to. my viper have the same.

10-22-2013, 04:15 PM	#7
noah677 Account Suspended Drives: White Zl1 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Redwood city Posts: 65	What is really normal about this --and I keep harping on this point--is the dealer attitude. This response is soooo common. U cannot get anything done at these dealers without having a fit, raising your blood pressure, ruining your day and most often not getting what you need. This why most everyone dreads taking their coveted car in. I WONDER WHY THE BM "helpers" never pop up over terribly common issue

10-25-2013, 12:36 PM	#10
qniknam Account Suspended Drives: 13 ZL1 \| 13 SRT GC \| 13 SRT CHARGER Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 254	my 2013 SRT Jeep had the same thing when it was brand new. Haven't seen that shit since, I assume you wont have a problemwith it either.