Replaced tailgate around Christmas after a collision, and now noticing condensation inside a taillight. Body shop says they’re not responsible and are quoting $250 to replace. Please advice.

Edit: Thanks for all your advice. I’m going to ask my insurance if they’ll cover this as part of the original collision claim. btw, I posted the same thing to /r/mechanicadvice at the same time, and haven’t received a single reply there till now. Happy to see lemmy doing great as a reddit replacement.

Update: Thanks for all your advice. I spoke to my insurance and asked them if they would cover it as part of the original repairs, and they’ve agreed to do so!

  • DankOfAmerica@reddthat.comEnglish
    5·
    15 days ago

    They could potentially fix it for even cheaper by repairing the piece:

    1. take the piece off
    2. let it dry out
    3. find the break in the seal
    4. use an adhesive to reseal the break
    5. install the piece back on the car

    It’s a little more effort and time without the working light, but it might be helpful depending on @nieceandtows@lemmy.world’s financial situation.