What Causes Water Leakage in the Buick Verano Trunk?
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Water leakage in the trunk is mainly caused by the vibration-induced detachment of the rubber plugs on the floor panel, creating a connection between the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Below is relevant information about the Verano: 1. Vehicle Design: The Buick Verano is built on Buick's latest family design language, featuring a winged chrome grille, wing-shaped LED automatic sensing headlights, wing-shaped LED taillights, 17-inch ten-spoke dual-tone aluminum alloy sport wheels, and a fastback roof. 2. Interior: The Buick Verano's interior follows the 360-degree wraparound integrated design concept, with dynamic lines complemented by a new cool black color scheme, creating a more youthful and sporty atmosphere. It is equipped with a two-piece oversized panoramic sunroof, front-row multi-function seats, a three-spoke sport multi-function steering wheel, dual barrel-style gauges with a 4.2-inch high-definition trip computer, and dual-zone independent automatic air conditioning.
My Buick Verano also experienced a trunk leakage issue last year. During rainy days, I found the spare tire well had accumulated water, turning it into a small fish pond. At the 4S shop, the inspection revealed that the sealing strip had aged, deformed, and cracked at the edges, allowing rainwater to seep in. The mechanic mentioned this is a common issue with older cars, especially those frequently parked outdoors under direct sunlight, like ours. Another unexpected discovery was that the drainage channel of the rear window was blocked by fallen leaves, causing water to backflow into the trunk. It's recommended to check these two areas first if encountering similar issues. Replacing the sealing strip only cost a little over 300 yuan. Regularly, you can use a flashlight to inspect the edges of the sealing strip for cracks or deformation and also check if the drainage holes are clogged.
The issue of water leakage in the Buick Verano's trunk depends on specific circumstances, with common problems concentrated in several areas. First, the sealing ring of the taillight assembly may fail, allowing water to seep in through the wiring harness hole. Second, the rubber sealing strip on the trunk lid may deform or age—I've seen quite a few cases of this. Third, the sealant on the car body's welding seams may crack, which is quite troublesome as it requires removing the inner trim panel to detect. Once, a friend's car had severe water ingress, which turned out to be due to poor repair work after a rear-end collision. It's advisable to avoid overloading the trunk with heavy items that could compress the sealing strip and to clean the trunk drainage channel during car washes. For self-inspection, you can use a tissue to wipe areas prone to water accumulation to check for leakage traces.
