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2018 Leon ST - Rust

Aug 23, 2024
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Hi everyone, the OH has a 2018 Leon Xcellence ST and it has a bit of a rust problem. Notably bubbling through the paint on both rear arches, and the paint on the lower sill (driver side) is peeling away.

Recently an independent completed some suspension and brakes work on the car, and described the underside as being one of the worst cars they had ever seen for rust.

I am a bit baffled as based nowhere near the salty sea air, and the car has primarily been in our ownership - and looked after as it should.

Has anyone else had any rusting on this age of Leon? I've contacted Seat UK who have passed me to the dealer for an inspection to see "if they'll cover it", but I think a car that's 6 years old shouldn't really be having such significant issues...
 
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