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Water Leaking Inside Car From AC

Water pools on the passenger floor or the carpet is wet when you use the AC. This is usually a blocked AC drain backing up inside the cabin.

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Common causes

  • Clogged AC condensate drain tube
  • Drain hose disconnected or kinked
  • Frozen evaporator overflowing when it melts
  • Blocked or dirty evaporator housing
  • Heater core leak (if the water is sweet-smelling/oily)

Frequently asked questions

Is water under the car from AC normal?

Yes — water dripping under the car is normal condensation. Water INSIDE on the floor is not; it means the drain is blocked.

Could it be coolant instead of water?

If the wet spot is oily, sweet-smelling, or colored, it may be coolant from a leaking heater core, which is a different repair.

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