leaking roof

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Pickerelriver#1
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good morning i have a 2020 Pathfinder. somewhere in the rear roof area or tailgate we have a leak that goes down into the spare tire well. it has been to the dealer many times the antenna gasket was sealed with silicone. we live in Canada and this happens when the car starts to thaw in the spring. has anyone had this happen to them? or any thoughts where i need to search? thanks Jamie


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VStar650CL
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Check the body seam underneath the roof trim. It isn't common, but over the years we've seen several R52 Pathies develop leaks from cracked seams above the C and D pillars.

R52 Roof Trim.jpg

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mdmellott
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The roof channels was also my first thought of a potential leak area. Another possibility is the roof drains. I see the moonroof drain lines go to the rear end so those lines could be compromised somehow, causing them to leak before the end of the line drains to the ground.
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