[Regorider62]

Condensation/moisture inside my drivers side tail light after heavy rain or when I wash the car. 2018 Boxster GTS only 2 months old. Called dealer, spoke to service guy and he said it was normal. Said the lights/lenses were vented so it is not uncommon for water to enter??
Anyone experiencing this?

 

[TheLip]

I had the same issue shortly after taking delivery and was told the same thing. The condensation went away very quickly (I live in LA, so that may help) and has not returned in 9 months.

 

[Porsche2018]

Never experienced it with my 718 but others have and yes the lights are vented so the condensation does clear. Never experienced this with any other car I have ever owned......curious design.

 

[GTS]

Same issue on mine after heavy rain. So long as they don't water spot on the inside, I'm okay with it.

 

[Sails Call]

In Florida, it happens all the time. No lasting damage. Strange design.

 

[Regorider62]

Thanks guys, I feel better now!

 

[trusted]

As mentioned a little haze that dissipates quickly every once in a while is fine. Anything more I'd insist on having the light replaced under warranty. I'll attach a picture of what is considered normal.

 

[Viffermike]

Yep. This has been discussed in other threads.
@trusted 's pic is an example of 'normal' condensation; it should dissipate within an hour or two. This is totally normal for light arrays that are comprised of individual light assemblies and feature a clear 'cover', as the 718 rear light nacelles are.

 

[kevjohn]

Noticed very early on off side rear and contacted dealer, I was told not to worry, it is normal... near side rear doesn't do it! So is there an issue with that one? ;-)

 

[Malcolm E Cay]

Mine does it all the time.


I kicked off with Porsche GB who replaced them, but guess what?


The new ones don't do it.

 

[Porsche2018]

Mine does it all the time.


I kicked off with Porsche GB who replaced them, but guess what?


The new ones don't do it.

Did you get to keep the original set?

 

[bus_ter]

Mine do it occasionally.

I also have one of the front side indicator housings show condensation (only one side). I'm not convinced this is normal, but my dealer seems to apply the condensation is normal rule to all the lights.