Moist in the daytime running lights

[Pitteken]

Has anyone had this? Appears with cold and wet weather, dissappears when warmer or with the sun… on both sides

 

[dgkhn]

My other Porsches have had this, and I was always told that as long as it's not actual water droplets, and is not permanent, it's normal.

 

[Rocket Roger]

Moisture in the lights, or anywhere else in the car, is neither normal nor good. In the lights it could lead to corrosion of the electrical contacts. Mine don’t fog up but I did see a 4 a neighbor has that has fogged up running lights so maybe an assembly error.

 

[SergeyIndy]

I do not see any condensation on the inside, so your complaint is water on the outside of the lights?

Porsche headlight condensation is normal as they are vented to account for air pressure differences. Lots of sources around this topic on YouTube.

 

[Pitteken]

Water is clearly on the inside… and not once but regularly the past months

 

[PanameraFrank]

Water is clearly on the inside… and not once but regularly the past months

Some water/condensation inside the headlight casing is normal & fine. It's only if water pools or remains that it's an issue. I do not see a problem with the photos you sent, although take more photos if the problem seems more severe.

 

[Rocket Roger]

Those of you saying water on the inside of a headlight is normal are making excuses for poor assembly. I have had many many cars and the only time water was ever on the inside of a headlamp is when the lens was cracked or a seal was leaking. It cannot be normal and expected because the water condensation on the inside interferes with the projection of the light. Pitteken needs to have this leak repaired.

 

[alxman]

Most headlights have small vents to allow air circulation, and when the temperature outside drops, moisture in the air inside the headlight can condense on the lens, creating a foggy appearance; however, if you see large water droplets or excessive condensation, it could indicate a seal issue and should be checked by a mechanic.

 

[SergeyIndy]

Water is clearly on the inside… and not once but regularly the past months

I see condensation cloud on the inside that is considered normal. See below.

 

[alxman]

Those of you saying water on the inside of a headlight is normal are making excuses for poor assembly. I have had many many cars and the only time water was ever on the inside of a headlamp is when the lens was cracked or a seal was leaking. It cannot be normal and expected because the water condensation on the inside interferes with the projection of the light. Pitteken needs to have this leak repaired.

Is so foggy in San Fran that it is probably hard to differentiate inside vs outside fogging

 

[Rocket Roger]

My neighbor’s car, built two after mine, delivered a week after mine, parked outside in the same neighborhood as mine, has condensation in both running lights and I have none. Saying this condensation is normal and acceptable is nonsense. But go ahead and believe some Youtuber because we know they are always right.

 

[PanameraFrank]

My neighbor’s car, built two after mine, delivered a week after mine, parked outside in the same neighborhood as mine, has condensation in both running lights and I have none. Saying this condensation is normal and acceptable is nonsense. But go ahead and believe some Youtuber because we know they are always right.

You could try googling it. Modern headlights have vents. Vents allow outside air in. Air has moisture. Air with moisture in an enclosed space = ???

There shouldn't standing water or significant droplets, but condensation is normal. It depends on a lot of factors whether it happens or not.

 

[W1NGE]

Has anyone had this? Appears with cold and wet weather, dissappears when warmer or with the sun… on both sides

As others have said and is normal on all Porsche vehicles.

There is a vent on each unit which allows air to circulate.