Why is the sunroof on my Volvo leaking?

Why is the sunroof on my Volvo leaking?

Since I purchased the car a year ago the sunroof had been leaking progressively worse until last month when the headliner began getting wet after rain. After peeling off the gasket I discovered that the metal sunroof frame was severely rusted and had begun to separate from the glass.

Can a faulty seal cause a sunroof to leak?

You can follow these simple steps to fix a clogged drain after leaks occur, or you can do it as part of preventative maintenance to prevent it from ever happening. A faulty seal may be the cause of a sunroof leak. But the most common cause of a sunroof leak is a clog in the drainage system that carries the water away.

Why do I have water coming out of my sunroof?

While a faulty seal could be the reason for your leak, the most common cause of a leaky sunroof is a clog in the drainage system that carries water away. Locate your sunroof’s drains. Depending on your particular vehicle, there could be up to four of them, and they’d be located in the corners of the sunroof opening.

What’s the best way to remove a sunroof?

These are a pain to remove but can be helped by using a silicone removing gel and gently scraping with a razor and rubbing with a paper towel. Sunroof is now reinstalled pending some adjustment and cleaning but has weathered its first rainstorm successfully.

Are there any recalls on the Volvo XC60?

See TSBs and recalls for the Volvo XC60. Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind. Chart based on 139 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

How much does it cost to repair a Volvo XC60?

The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance. twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD