[neebaum]

I just recently got a Forte SX about a week ago and since the first night I've noticed some condensation/moisture & fogging of both headlights.

It's been pretty cold (45 degrees at night for CA is cold) out here and this has happened pretty much every night. The moisture & fogging takes place in the front corners of the headlights nearest the center grill. During the day, the moisture & fog is gone.

Is this normal or did I get defective headlights? Anyone else experience this? Thanks.

 

[shattered.stars]

It should go away. It has been pretty common. If it doesn't after 2 or 3 months then talk to your dealer.

 

[zeoswj]

Yes, very common. No worries

 

[HaddyTech]

My spectra had this problem up until I cleared the corners. When I did, I made sure to buy extra adhesive to ensure they were sealed better than factory... never had moisture again.

 

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^ i baked my headlights opened them and painted them satin black on both my cars and modded them with leds. Then i took out the old glue and inserted new stuff never have had a problem.

 

[forteshadow]

Ya Dealer will probably do less than nothing. same problem here, tried various remedies (3 mos) no go so far

 

[KiaTech]

There's a procedure for 'baking' them but living in a high humidity climate with lower temps overnight it's bound to happen. As long as the water is not collecting, then there is no issue for the dealer to get involved with.

 

[neebaum]

There's a procedure for 'baking' them but living in a high humidity climate with lower temps overnight it's bound to happen. As long as the water is not collecting, then there is no issue for the dealer to get involved with.

Ok, sounds good. Thanks for the info. I won't worry about it for now.