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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 11:50 AM
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GLC 300 Leaking water from trunk





Several shot of my 2017 GLC 300, every time after raining, there was lot of lot of water leaking from trunk!!!!
this is ridiculous! I really want to return my car to MB.

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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 01:25 PM
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that is terrible.
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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 01:29 PM
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Is there any water inside during the rain if you close the trunk?
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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 01:39 PM
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Yikes, that's pretty bad. Is the gate all the way in the up position?
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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 02:26 PM
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Return the vehicle to your dealer along with the video. Should be a straightforward fix.
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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 03:35 PM
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This is no acceptable and MB should bend over backwards to make you happy with a proper fix. I wouldn't feel comfortable without proper explanation to ensure it never happens again.
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Old Jul 25, 2018 | 04:03 PM
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This probably is caused by bad assembly, could be an easy fix.
if I were you, I would ask dealer to look inside the panel, change anything that is ruined by water.
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Old Sep 4, 2018 | 08:36 PM
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Did you return the car?

did you return the car or MB fixed it? What was the cause ? I have the same issue with my 2016 glc 300
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^^ so take it back to the dealer to get it fixed. I don't think we can help you here fix it.
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Old Sep 10, 2018 | 06:56 PM
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Just curious how you made out, I noticed on my 2019 that to hold the access cover up, there is a hook that goes on top of the weatherstripping, I was shocked when I saw this as it would bend/destroy the molding...not sure if you used this or if its on yours at all..

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Old Sep 10, 2018 | 10:54 PM
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Loose rear window squirter line inside the door?
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Old Sep 11, 2018 | 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by S550W222
Just curious how you made out, I noticed on my 2019 that to hold the access cover up, there is a hook that goes on top of the weatherstripping, I was shocked when I saw this as it would bend/destroy the molding...not sure if you used this or if its on yours at all..
Interesting point, but the hook is J-shaped to go around the weatherstripping, just as it is on other cars that have this feature. These hooks rest on the body, not the tailgate. It doesn't contact the seal or damage anything when in use. Also, the point where it contacts the car is at the top center of the body opening, far from the areas at each side where water flows off the car and into the drain channel. In addition, there's ~one meter wide protective seal above this area that directs water to the side, preventing water intrusion when the tailgate is closed. It's pretty well thought out.
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Old Sep 12, 2018 | 07:00 AM
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Loose rear window squirter line inside the door?
Was a common problem in the model of car I previously drove. VW Touareg.
During icy weather the water in the pipeline froze and the tubing came off the connection.
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Old May 17, 2019 | 01:33 PM
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did you return the car or MB fixed it? What was the cause ? I have the same issue with my 2016 glc 300
i have the same issue as well.... did benz fix it under warranty?
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Old May 17, 2019 | 08:52 PM
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i have the same issue as well.... did benz fix it under warranty?
I’m sure they would. If not, video it like this dude did and show it to every customer who pulls into the dealership. They’ll fix it right quick.
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Old Oct 6, 2021 | 07:53 AM
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Did you get the leak sorted, if what was it, i have the same issue, thanks
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Old Jun 7, 2022 | 06:58 AM
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hello i had the same problem with MB E coupe 2018, always after rain ( just after rain) i detected water leak from trunk buttons, problem was in rear camera cover, (230 part)

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