I noticed after recent rainstorms that water was slowly dripping from under the muffler/gas tank area, even the next day, as if it was trapped somewhere. The water drops on the garage floor were clearly mixed with rust, as the drops were orange. The garage floor now has dried rust spots on it. The two mufflers have streaks of rust on them, as if this water slowly rolled down the them. We took to dealer and they say that the exhaust has surface rust, and that the exhaust was built with holes in it to allow residue to escape. But none of this amounts to a warranty claim. I’m skeptical they correctly identified the problem. I think the water is pooling somewhere, long enough to create rust. Who ever heard of an exhaust system rusting in a 3 year old vehicle that is garaged and only has 23k miles? Also, after a rain storm, water dripping from it well after the rest of the car is dry? Is anyone else aware of this problem, the cause and the fix?

picture is below. has anyone dealt with this problem?

 

To be clear, this is in regards to my 2019 F-Pace

 

John,

Rust on stainless steel Jaguar exhausts is not an unusual sight in the UK so your photo doesn't surprise me. Philadelphia may not 'enjoy' the rain levels we get in England and this may not be so common in your part of the World.

However persistent orange drops on the garage floor is a cause for concern. Rather than condensate in the exhaust which would be minimal volume and immediately flash off through the exhaust when the engine warms up with the characteristic 'white smoke' frequently reported across our model forums, it makes me think the possibility of a coolant leak. I'd check the level and do a pressure test on the system to eliminate this.

Graham

 

Thank you Graham, I will call my dealer today and mention your theory. Agreed, the orange water drops and the prolonged dripping period are my major concern as opposed to surface rust. I’m also guessing this is not a common problem as I didn’t see it mentioned anywhere else on this forum.