Hey everyone, I’ve been having some major issues with water leaks in my 2016 Escape. Since I bought it, there’s always been something wrong. First, water started pooling in the tire well, so I’ve had to pull the tire out and clean out the water every time it rains. Now, I’m noticing water damage near the right rear window in the roof lining, and it’s dripping through a box on the right-hand side.
I’ve seen some YouTube videos about fixing this, but I don’t have the tools or experience to do it myself. I’m thinking of taking it to a dealership or a body shop. I live in Florida, so rain is a constant issue, and I need to get this fixed ASAP. Has anyone else had this problem? What did it cost to get it fixed?
Do you have roof racks? If so, it’s probably leaking at the rear roof rack pylon. If you don’t have roof racks, do you have a sunroof? You’d need to check the roof drains. Another possibility is the antenna. These issues have come up a lot here. You might want to search for similar threads in the forum.
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I don’t have roof racks or a sunroof. There’s a tire well drain, but it’s clogged. I’ve been reading through some posts, and I’m seeing quotes anywhere from $170 to $900. I think I’ll have to take it to the dealership, but honestly, I’m so frustrated with this car.
It depends. If the seam has opened, a shop is your best bet. If it’s just a cracked body sealant, you might be able to handle it yourself. Also, even though you don’t have roof racks, there are still bolts and seals under the roof trim where the racks would’ve been. Ford used the same panels across all trims.
This sounds like a pretty common issue with the Escapes. Have you checked to see if the drain holes are clogged? That could be contributing to the problem.
Sloan said:
This sounds like a pretty common issue with the Escapes. Have you checked to see if the drain holes are clogged? That could be contributing to the problem.
Yeah, the tire well drain is definitely clogged. I saw a video showing how to clear it, but it looks like a lot of work without the right tools.