Jason Richards

Yes, I've used some sealant and a bit of plastic to deflect the water! Only problem now is an "Air Suspension' warning light coming on intermittently. Think I may need a new unit as the water got in there I think!

Thanks Johnw777, I did get them replaced but water still came in though not as badly! Bit poor of them to fail after 4 years! Oddly problem is only on one side - the one facing the rain when parked!

Thanks! I’ve just ordered a voltage display to see....

I had a local garage take the rear left lamps off and put a plastic covering over the vent - took two goes to stop the water. Likewise had them drill a hole in the lowest point of the boot just in case. Definite design problem. Had a few problems with air suspension until it dried out and got new sensors. Alternator also made noise but luckily ok now. Did have one other part replace but can’t recall what! I now check it every month or so - just had a look now and it’s dry even though it’s rained non stop for weeks! Shame you are so far away or I’d recommend my garage! Only issue is that start stop isn’t working still and no idea why. Whole thing cost me about £1k!

Hi - just wondering if any XF estate owners have had the same problem as me - water 5cm deep in the boot under the spare tyre. Unfortunately there are lots of electrics in there too and it has shorted a number of things, starting with battery messages then eco start stop not working. So all owners our there - it’s worth checking!! Going to cost me a fortune. Apparently it’s a seal on a vent failing!!!

Should have said - it’s an XF estate that’s got the water problem - not sure if saloons have the same issue!

Hi - new member! Has anyone else had a battery fault only to find that the boot is literally 5cm deep in water under the spare tyre??! Apparently it's a leaking vent seal behind the lights! Car is 4 1/2 years old so out of warranty, but surely this is a design fault?? Repair means new electrics - relay etc! Or am i the only one?