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2017 tacoma condensation in headlights. ....

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by HunterBella, Dec 13, 2016.

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  1. Dec 15, 2016 at 11:07 AM
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    Really, you want to warranty that?:rofl:Just tie a string to a silica packet and drop it in for a day or two and your done. That's why it's good to keep one or two of these around. 54c9747317a53_-_silica_packet_0410-lg.jpg
     
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  2. Dec 16, 2016 at 7:01 AM
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    I don"t have a garage so i'm not able to dry it....

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    arnette64, Dec 16, 2016
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  3. Dec 16, 2016 at 9:43 AM
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  4. Dec 16, 2016 at 9:49 AM
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    I am in Los Angeles....
     
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  5. Dec 16, 2016 at 4:17 PM
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    Well there goes my theory. The dealership said wait incase toyota has a tsb on it
     
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  6. Dec 16, 2016 at 9:08 PM
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    My local dealer has replaced lights already on a 16 for this very same issue
     
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  7. Dec 16, 2016 at 9:09 PM
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    Yup mine is going in Tuesday for new Pro headlight
     
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  8. Jan 14, 2018 at 6:38 AM
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    Hey guys,

    Any word on what the dealer is doing about this? Im having the same problem, i live in Minnesota and noticed the condensation/frost in the headlights when the temps dropped below 0.

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  9. Jan 14, 2018 at 7:51 AM
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    warranty! replaced both headlights
     
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  10. Jan 14, 2018 at 7:57 AM
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    Was the warranty straight forward? I have HIDs on, is that going to be an issue for the dealer?
     
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  11. Jan 14, 2018 at 8:09 AM
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    Why oh why would you suggest someone to NOT expect warranty coverage for something like this. The only denial factor for the dealer/Mfr. would be if the owner had taken the headlight assy. apart--PERIOD.
    If crappy workmanship is just ignored, it will continue to happen and be tolerated. End of story.
     
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  12. Jan 14, 2018 at 8:10 AM
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    If it were me I would put the stock bulbs back on. They may blame it on the HID bulbs even though it’s not related and deny you warranty work...
     
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  13. Jan 14, 2018 at 8:17 AM
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    I was hopping to not do any work to the truck since it -2 here right now. Thanks for the advice.

    Mike
     
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  14. Jan 18, 2018 at 6:00 AM
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    Just got back from dealer. Having a headlight and tail light replaced under warranty. Took pictures when it was at it’s worse and it made things go smoothly with the service manager.B2EDD102-7AEA-458C-BD8C-9A9ED74BD840.jpg
     
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  15. Jan 22, 2019 at 11:20 AM
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    Is this only covered under the 36k warranty. I just got condensation in my left headlight. I'm @ 55k miles.
     
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  16. Mar 10, 2019 at 1:45 PM
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    Glad I found this thread. It's been pretty wet here in the SF Bay area and did notice condensation in one of my headlights the other day. Truck has only ~7k miles on it. Guess I'll be calling the dealership tomorrow.
     
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  17. Sep 15, 2021 at 8:54 AM
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  18. Sep 15, 2021 at 12:19 PM
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    So on the bottom side of our headlight assembly there is a cap with a rubber o-ring. I replaced mine in my 2017 and problem solved . Like $.50 for two o-rings
     
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