2016 Ford Transit Connect Titanium - Rear hatch leak near top center

[dgotc]

Hi there, I have a 2016 Titanium with a rear hatch. It drips from the center of the seal just below the high brake light. I can see dust/staining where the water is dripping through. Has anyone else experienced this or/and does anyone have a solution or suggestion to remedy this problem?

 

Background:

I bought this van a year ago and live in a relatively dry climate. I first noticed a stain on the rear window a few months after we bought it. It was just residue form a drip or drip-wide stream in the center of the rear window on the inside. One night while camping there was a big rain storm and I noticed a water stream in that exact spot. Upon inspection of the upper seal with the hatch open I could see the witness marks on the seal right under the upper tail light where it looks like water came through. The upper area is clean and free of debris and the seal is intact so I don't think it is seal failure or clogging of the drainage area.

 

I'm curious to hear your thoughts and solutions.

[Gideon]

Never had this problem on my 2016, but if the seal is intact, maybe check carefully around the entire center [high-mounted] brake light housing ??

[dgotc]

Thanks for the thoughts. I'll take a look at that seal.

[Don Ridley]

Look for a collection of debris around the high mounted stop lamp....leaves, seeds etc.

[dgotc]

Thanks Don. That was the first thing I did. I'll have another look...