Racetrack LED Weep Hole

ORT · Jan 21, 2018

So I was just looking at my racetrack light in the back and see condensation forming inside the passenger side by the tailgate gap. Where are people putting the weep hole so that the condensation evaporated but no new water got in there?

garz · Jan 30, 2018

I'd love to see a clear photo of theirs, as well. Don't wanna eff this up.

metalbeast · Jan 30, 2018

interested as well

DurangoFreak · Jan 31, 2018

Pulled these from the Facebook page.

If you remove it drill as follows with a tiny bit.

If still on the vehicle drill in the following areas. Use caution not to hit the body with the drill.

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2017 Dodge Durango AWD R/T Granite Blacktop

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NumberThree · Jan 31, 2018

What DurangoFreak said, with two additional cautions;
1; This procedure will void any warantee you may still have on the assembly.
2; The bit used should be 1/8", or smaller and not be allowed to penetrate more than a 1/2" to avoid hitting the LED arrays, or their PCBs.

srfrdan · Jan 31, 2018

my lights and licence plate light went out the other day any thoughts on that much thanks?

legacygt · Jan 31, 2018

srfrdan said:
my lights and licence plate light went out the other day any thoughts on that much thanks

I had water pool on the passenger side. So far it has taken out the bottom right section of LED lighting, the right hand license plate light and freezing/thawing has caused a large crack in the lens. If posts in this forum are any indication, there are some major flaws in the design of the racetrack lights. Yet warranty doesn't cover lights. Has anyone had success getting this dealt with under warranty?

bobcat · Jan 31, 2018

just replace them have replaced 3 so far

DurangoFreak · Jan 31, 2018

It’s hit or miss on if it will be covered. A good dealer will replace it but some have reported having to pay.

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2017 Dodge Durango AWD R/T Granite Blacktop

Performance
SRT Air Box, K&N Intake Tube, K&N Filter, Fastman 86mm TB, Ported Intake Manifold, 180° Thermostat, Billet Tech Catch Can, Corsa Catback, Grocery Getter Strut Brace (paint matched), Diablosport Trinity, Jay Greene PCM/TCM Tune

Appearance/Interior
SRT Hood, Gorilla Black Lugs, Luxe Taillight Tint, Front Windows 15% Ceramic Tint, Yellow Fog Lights, Weather Tech Floor Liners, Mopar Grille Emblem, Steering Wheel AUX Buttons, Tazer

DiabloSport Trinity Times 0-60 5.40, 1/4 14.15

rayjj · Jan 31, 2018

Have you all complained to Dodge yet? I was just on there chat.....................

Areti: I appreciate you bringing this to our attention, Ray. I don't see a recall related to this on your VIN. We do rely on confirms issues and not general online complaints to third parties for recalls. If this is a confirmed issue across the board a recall will be announced and letters will be mailed to all affected owners.

Ray Johanson: Ok so where should I point others to complain then? I know a good many have contacted you guys

Ray Johanson: I know there is no recall for this issue already, I and others are trying to get one created

Areti: You can direct others to this chat option or to call us at 1-800-992-1997.

DurangoFreak · Jan 31, 2018

Good luck there have been many complaints over the years and nothing. I know when it happens to mine I’ll be raising hell.

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2017 Dodge Durango AWD R/T Granite Blacktop

Performance
SRT Air Box, K&N Intake Tube, K&N Filter, Fastman 86mm TB, Ported Intake Manifold, 180° Thermostat, Billet Tech Catch Can, Corsa Catback, Grocery Getter Strut Brace (paint matched), Diablosport Trinity, Jay Greene PCM/TCM Tune

Appearance/Interior
SRT Hood, Gorilla Black Lugs, Luxe Taillight Tint, Front Windows 15% Ceramic Tint, Yellow Fog Lights, Weather Tech Floor Liners, Mopar Grille Emblem, Steering Wheel AUX Buttons, Tazer

DiabloSport Trinity Times 0-60 5.40, 1/4 14.15

jfire72 · Jan 31, 2018

I will be pissed if this happens on my 18. Had my 14 for 4 years, and never had an issue. Would like to think my 18 will hold up like that one did.

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cambo · Feb 1, 2018

Checked mine they have moisture it looks like this was designed to fail. I'm going to drill weep holes hopefully the air can circulate and keep them dry water and leds dont mix well. It would most likely last for the lifetime of the vehicle if it was sealed. My D sits in the driveway with the tailgate at a southern exposure so the sun light probably helps dry them out. Time will tell but surely we should keep this active due to the replacement cost

RangoLimited · Feb 2, 2018

I had my racetrack replaced under warranty already because of water build-up. On the new one, I pulled the lower 2 bolts right away and have no issues

ORT · Feb 2, 2018

What lower two bolts? Can you point them out in this picture?

RangoLimited · Feb 2, 2018

I'll do one better. Here's a pic of the 10mm lower bolt in and out. These are accessible with the lift gate up. Last time when I got water in my center racetrack I pulled the bolts and about a half cup of water came out. Not taking that chance again

craigffb · Feb 2, 2018

If water is getting out through that bolt hole could it also be getting in through that same hole? Every picture seems to show the problem in that same spot on the assembly. Was there any type of thread sealer on the bolt? On a side note that is the exact same bolt used to secure the scoops on the performance hood...LOL

Chase300 · Feb 2, 2018

Now that would be a cool solution...remove one bolt!

DurangoFreak · Feb 2, 2018

That and it won’t be “tampered” with so they can’t deny coverage. Just put it back in and drive to the dealer.

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2017 Dodge Durango AWD R/T Granite Blacktop

Performance
SRT Air Box, K&N Intake Tube, K&N Filter, Fastman 86mm TB, Ported Intake Manifold, 180° Thermostat, Billet Tech Catch Can, Corsa Catback, Grocery Getter Strut Brace (paint matched), Diablosport Trinity, Jay Greene PCM/TCM Tune

Appearance/Interior
SRT Hood, Gorilla Black Lugs, Luxe Taillight Tint, Front Windows 15% Ceramic Tint, Yellow Fog Lights, Weather Tech Floor Liners, Mopar Grille Emblem, Steering Wheel AUX Buttons, Tazer

DiabloSport Trinity Times 0-60 5.40, 1/4 14.15

RangoLimited · Feb 2, 2018

The bolts had thread lock on them. I doubt water is getting in through them

ORT · Feb 13, 2018

Pulled the bolt today. From the outside it looked like there was maybe an ounce in there. Pulling the bolt proved there was a lot more than that in there.

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DurangoFreak · Feb 13, 2018

That’s just a little water lol.

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2017 Dodge Durango AWD R/T Granite Blacktop

Performance
SRT Air Box, K&N Intake Tube, K&N Filter, Fastman 86mm TB, Ported Intake Manifold, 180° Thermostat, Billet Tech Catch Can, Corsa Catback, Grocery Getter Strut Brace (paint matched), Diablosport Trinity, Jay Greene PCM/TCM Tune

Appearance/Interior
SRT Hood, Gorilla Black Lugs, Luxe Taillight Tint, Front Windows 15% Ceramic Tint, Yellow Fog Lights, Weather Tech Floor Liners, Mopar Grille Emblem, Steering Wheel AUX Buttons, Tazer

DiabloSport Trinity Times 0-60 5.17, 1/4 13.77

ORT · Feb 13, 2018

I couldn't believe that much came out compared to how much it looked like was in there from the outside.

photomat · Feb 13, 2018

How is the water getting in in these lights. Mine is holding up fine but I am seeing burned out LED Racetracks on so many Durangos around here since I am aware of the issue. Has anyone found out how the water is getting in? I check mine weekly.

ORT · Feb 13, 2018

Mine was fine too until about a month ago. Then there was condensation for the last few weeks. Went out today and I could see a small line of water across the bottom. That's what prompted me to pull the bolt.

SteveMLS · Feb 14, 2018

I did the same as RangoLimited about a year ago, took out one bolt on each side, no problems since.

jfire72 · Feb 14, 2018

So, not that I have the issue, but do you leave the lower bolt out and never put it back in? And if so, does it vibrate or rattle a bit while driving? And one last question, in regards to water, will rain or washing it, get into the hole and leak on the inside the truck, or in the tailgate itself? If yes to water leakage, maybe a rubber stop in the hole on the outside, if you can get one in there, could maybe prevent it from happening. I've seen the videos of pulling the bolt and seeing the water pour out from inside of the tailgate. That's where I was wondering if it wasn't plugged up, would water get inside the truck or not.

Never saw anyone ask or comment on any of this, and I am just curious what to look for and maybe fix if it does happen.

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SteveMLS · Feb 14, 2018

I have left them out, no rattles, no rain or water from washing gets into the race track or inside the cargo space.

jfire72 · Feb 14, 2018

Cool, I figured it was fine, but you never know. Thanks for the reply!

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RangoLimited · Feb 14, 2018

No water or rattle issues here either and I took them out and left them out. Not sure how many bolts hold the racetrack taillights in, but it's more than 4. Also, those lower bolts are outside of the hatch seal, so no water inside the truck.

jfire72 · Feb 14, 2018

That's true I forgot they are outside the hatch seal, that would keep any water out if it did happen to leak. I am glad to hear no one has any rattling going on too.

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Haughee · Feb 14, 2018

I just had my lower drivers side taillight start flickering and then the LEDs went out. I looked closer and saw about an inch of water in the tail light. I am going to pull the bolt later but in afraid the LEDs are fried. How hard is it to change out the middle bar? I see they are about $700 online, ugh.

jfire72 · Feb 14, 2018

I honestly can't remember what the YouTube channel I saw it on was called, but he said they run about $1100. This was the quote from the dealer.

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mdub · Feb 15, 2018

I'm curious what year models this affects as I have an 18, but am assuming nothing was changed with the design of the light over the last few years.

jfire72 · Feb 15, 2018

My 14' didn't do it, I had that for four years. I too now have an 18'.

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MikeD1 · Feb 15, 2018

If this were to happen to mine, I would leave the water in there & get to the dealer & demand they replace it under warranty.
Burned out light bulbs are not covered, but this is a defective component that caused the LED's to short out !

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