I have this same problem. There seems to be two sources of the leak, described below. However, I think Mr. Coffee should re-design the offending parts.
1) bad fit between the brewer and the pitcher, caused by a pitcher that stands too high, preventing the pitcher's spout from snuggling into the brewer. I avoid this problem by brewing without the lid on the pitcher.
2) the brewed tea does not flow straight down from the brewer basket, especially when the tab is set to "strong". In this setting, the brewed tea is forced through a tube, in order to spend more time steeping. However, if you watch the tea flow out and down, you will see it bend to the left and thus miss the catch spout of the pitcher (and flow onto the surface, leaving the impression that one of the parts is "leaking") . I think this is caused by buildup of particulate matter from the tea and/or hard water deposits. My solutions here: try the tab in the "mild" setting; and/or clean the basket drain holes occasionally, especially if you have hard water (soak in vinegar to remove hard water build-up). You may need a tiny bristle brush to clean the small holes in the basket. Also, try to fit the pitcher into the brewer as far to the left as possible.
Hope this helps.
Gary in Torrance
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