Back Up Lights Problems in popular cars
Back Up Lights problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Back Up Lights problems reported in most popular vehicles.
Back Up Lights problem of Chevrolet Trailblazer
The car involved was a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer ext. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1GNET16S46_. The bearings on the alternator are wearing and need to be replaced, the vehicle only has 29,000 miles and according to my mechanic they should not be worn this early and should be replaced as soon as possible; this is definately a safety issue and a faulty part that I should not have to pay to have replaced. The fuel level indicator has stopped working over 2. 5 years ago. I did receive a letter saying that the part may wear out prematurely and they are willing to pay 50% of the replacement but if it wears out prematurely then the part is faulty and I should not have to pay to replace the part. The backup light panel is bad, I tried to replace the bulb but the problem lies with the panel, fauilty part again. It was Sep. 1, 2011 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of Chevrolet Venture
The car was a 2000 Chevrolet Venture. I own a 2000 chevy Venture van the brake light constantly go out. . But when the turn signal went out and we changed the bulb, that is when the problems started now the brake lights on the drivers side do not work and the other lights are very dim. The back up lights work intermittently on that same side. . I took the assembly apart and noticed that the connector that goes into the circuit board is burned badly. This is a major safety issue, my wife drives our children around to and from school and other events every day. This year of van should too be recalled or the parts available at no cost to the owner due to it being a flaw in the design of this van. There are so many complaints on the internet about this problem it is becoming ridiculous. . This back up lights issue occurred Sunday, November 9, 2008.
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Back Up Lights problem of Chrysler Pacifica
The vehicle was a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. VIN of the vehicle was 2A4GM68496_. My vehicle has back-up lights that do not provide any illumination what-so-ever. There has been no accidents as of yet but several near misses. You cannot tell if someone or something is directly behind the vehicle while in reverse. This back up lights issue occurred April 17, 2007.
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Back Up Lights problem of Dodge Ram 2500
The car was a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1D7KS28C76_. Exterior lights stopped working properly. No turn signal on driver side when headlights are on. Also when headlight switch is on backup lights come on,cab brake light comes on,and driver side signal blinks rapidly lighting faintly the. Turn signal bulb,and running light with no brake lights. But he front driver side turn signal works. This problem occurred on May 1, 2013.
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Back Up Lights problem of Dodge Ram 3500
The car is a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. Backup light on one side went out. Tried replacing the bulb, but it turned out to be the whole mechanism that holds all three rear lights. Seems like a defect to me, my truck only has 40k on it. Wanted to see if anyone else had same problem. Please report on here to make it a recall and make the dealer pay for their faulty equipment. This issue happened on Sun., Jan. 10, 2010.
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Back Up Lights problem of Ford Five Hundred
The car involved was a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. The VIN of the problem Five Hundred is 1FAFP24146_. Dash cluster malfunction for all gauges. At the time of malfunction, reverse lamps turn on. If malfunction occurs at night, dash illumination also shuts down. Gauges zero out, top out then flutter at zero. Have noticed airbag lamp on occasionally. This back up lights issue occurred 05/15/2012.
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Back Up Lights problem of Ford F-150
The vehicle involved is a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact was driving in reverse approximately 2 mph and noticed that the illumination of the rear backup lights was extremely poor and failed to position correctly. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the vehicle operated properly as designed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000. The VIN was unavailable. It was Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of GMC Envoy
The vehicle was a 2005 GMC Envoy. VIN of the vehicle was 1GKET16S45_. The fuel gage stopped working and the low fuel light stays on. The check engine light keeps going on and off
the port to check engine code does not work. The inside courtesy lights stopped working
one back up light will not work
the left brake light gets no power and won't work. Only 3 of the 5 speed settings on the fan work. GMC dealer says they can do nothing, and that they do not have other complaints on these problems. However I am able to find thousands of the same complaints online in various consumer sites. GMC won't even return my calls. This problem occurred on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010.
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Back Up Lights problem of GMC Jimmy
The vehicle involved is a 2000 GMC Jimmy. The stop lamps (switches/relays) failed 3 times so far. This poses a dangerous situation for families since this component fails regularly leaving the occupants without brake lights. The dealership(s) were aware of the problem but noted that GMC does not consider this widespread. I tend to disagree since this has happened regularly for us. I believe there are many 2000 Jimmy owners on the road and unaware of non-working brake lights. This back up lights problem happened on Dec. 1, 2000.
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Back Up Lights problem of Honda Pilot
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2HKYF18567_. Re 2007 Honda Pilot. The backup lights on this vehicle are extremely weak and virtually useless in situations where the driver does not have other lighting to depend on. This is a design issue, not a matter of repair. This issue happened on 11/14/06.
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Back Up Lights problem of Honda Odyssey
The backup lights one my 2010 Honda Odyssey are not bright enough to see anything. My local Honda dealer stated this was a common complaint and there was nothing they could do to remedy the problem. I have had no accidents or injuries due to this problem yet. I have only had the vehicle 3 months. It was Jan. 9, 2010 when this back up lights issue occurred.
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Back Up Lights problem of Hyundai Sonata
The vehicle was a 2003 Hyundai Sonata. My backup lights, cornering lights, and brake lights all went out on both sides of the rear of my car at the same time. The fuses are fine and the bulbs are fine. Now I do not have any working lights on the back of my car. This back up lights issue occurred Sunday, April 29, 2012.
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Back Up Lights problem of Jeep Wrangler
The vehicle involved is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1J4FY29PXV_. Drivers seat belt comes undone at any speed every time you drive it - a few times each time you drive it, rear center mounted tail light does not work, tailgate hinges are extrremely difficult to shut causing the tailgate to not be closed properly all the time, front turn signal sometimes does not work, especially if it is wet out- dealer notified and was told that they cannot replace the socket (not a stock item), the bulbs are fine in the brake light and turn signal. This issue happened on Friday, July 27, 2001.
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Back Up Lights problem of Jeep Liberty
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1J4GL38K66_. I have had multiple problems related to the back lights on my 2006 Jeep Liberty renegade 4x4 vehicle. I purchased the car new with no miles on it. Recently, the gas pump was leaking and a valve was installed to stop the oil from leaking. The back light rack had to be replaced twice in two months. The back lights have gone out numerous of times. The failure date was Friday, December 22, 2006.
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Back Up Lights problem of Lexus RX350
The vehicle was a 2008 Lexus Rx350. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is 2T2HK31U28_. This is a complaint on the dim, weak back-up lights in the 2008 Lexus RX-350. It was Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008 when this back up lights issue occurred.
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Back Up Lights problem of Lexus RX350
The vehicle involved is a 2008 Lexus Rx350. Rear back up lights don't seem bright, cant see very well when backing up at night. Could be a potential incident in the future. This back up lights issue occurred 01/02/08.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mazda MAZDA3
The car is a 2008 Mazda Mazda3. I was informed by my friend driving in back of me that my brake lights seemed to be melting away, I looked at the light and realized it was the light bulb melting the cover for the brake. I asked Mazda what was the reason but they didn't look into it and just advised me the amount I would need to have this fixed but because they advised me that I have to pay for this damage that looks like a manufacturer damage, I just left it alone until the light bulb went out and I have to be very careful to replace it not to get hurt from it. As 1 month passed, I realized that the cover was melting away and it looked just like a backup light and also realized that my right side was doing the same. I thought it this red cover wears away, this can be dangerous for the drivers in back of me that would only pay attention to the red lights when I hit the brake. This may be a hazard on the road and lead to accidents if drivers were not paying close attention that my brake light was no longer red. I then started doing research and noticed on the Mazda forum that many others had the same situation as me, hopefully you can look into it. This issue happened on 02/08/13.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mercedes Benz C300
The car is a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300. The VIN of this vehicle is WDDGF81X28_. The rear lights continue to fail - brake lights, stop lights, turn signals and backup lights fail repeatedly. The dashboard indicator announces lights are out and when I checked the bulbs are intact but and the lights come back on by jiggling the whole lighting housing. They go out again as soon a travel resumes. This issue happened on Sat., Apr. 12, 2014.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mercedes Benz 320
The car involved was a 2000 Mercedes Benz 320e. Abs warning light comes on while driving. This problem occurred twice and both times the stop lamp switch was found to have caused the problem by the dealer. The first was on 01/19/01 with 9613 miles on the car. The second replacement was on 01/29/02 with 19175 miles on the car. It was 01/29/2002 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mercury Sable
The car involved is a 2002 Mercury Sable. The VIN of this vehicle was 1MEFM58U02_. Wire harness failure in rubber boots from body of car to rear lift gate on station wagon model. Insulation cracking and wire breaking completely in flexible rubber boot causes erratic behavior and ultimate failure of high brake light, back up lights, license plate lights, rear windshield wiper, rear window defroster, open lift gate and open rear window safety sensors and stereo speakers. Insulation and wiring within boot has become brittle and fatigued. Clean breaks in wires from opening and closing lift gate are evident. Wires where insulation has broken through are coming in contact with other circuits where that insulation has broken through and results in "confusing" operation of lights. Ie put car in reverse and high brake light comes on - put foot on brake and high brake light goes out. Backup lights don't come on at all. Ie turn on rear windshield wiper and license plate light comes on. Wiring does not appear to have sufficient number of multiple internal copper strands or supple enough insulation to provide needed flexibility during regular opening and closing of rear lift gate. Believe this to be a latent safety defect. Manufacturer should have known during design that wiring in boot to station wagon lift gate would be prone to catastrophic failure with regular use. This problem occurred on Wednesday, May 2, 2012.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mercury Villager
The vehicle involved is a 1997 Mercury Villager. Crash was involved with the Mercury Villager. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 4M2DV1115V_. Please refer to my e-mail this date to the "webmaster". No safety defect mentioned. This back up lights problem happened on Jul. 15, 1997.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mitsubishi Mirage
The car is a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage. I first started noticing that my dashboard lights werent coming on, but was unaware that my parking lights were also directly affected by this. Then while traveling down the expressway another motorest continuously kept flashing his lilghts at me from behind. Now it was dark so I thought that something major was wrong. I pulled over to notice that my tail lights werent on as well as my parking lights . So I took my car to a friend who works on foreign cars and he tested everything but couldnt find a problem. I am wondering if there has ever been a problem with this before, and if there is something that we over looked. If so please contact me:
e_heeg@yahoo. Com , thank you. The failure date was Mon., Jan. 3, 2005.
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Back Up Lights problem of Mitsubishi Eclipse
The car was a 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The VIN of this Eclipse is 4A3AK44YOV_. Back up lights malfunctioning. This issue happened on Monday, Jun. 1, 1998.
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Back Up Lights problem of Nissan Pathfinder
The car was a 1996 Nissan Pathfinder. B&j tires and wheels sold me a tire that was over ten years old and the had been discontinued by the manufacturer after the recall of the firestone tires. This problem occurred on 07/19/2004.
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Back Up Lights problem of Saturn VUE
The car involved is a 2006 Saturn Vue. Electrical problems started at 25k miles and continues through today may 5, 2014 doors unlocking while driving . Both passenger and driver airbags lights go on and off at will. All panel lights would go out. I have replaced parking, backup and head lights 4 times in this vehicle. Tag light keeps blowing, and I have replaced 4 times in 2 months I just replaced them sat may 2 and one is out now. I have to replace fuses every month for various things repeatedly the front or roof interior lights are on every morning and they are not in the on position. The speakers fade in and out I feel like I got a lemon with this vehicle year and I have spent so much money paying for dealers to trace the electrical but they always claim they cannot locate any problems. I never had a problem with the other 3 Saturn's I purchased. Ugh!. This problem occurred on 11/29/06.
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Back Up Lights problem of Saturn ION
The car is a 2003 Saturn Ion. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 1G8AZ52F43_. 2003 Ion has had blower fan, clutch switch, cylinder cable hood latch, brake light bulb, wiper module all replaced with in months apart from each other. The rotors were warped and the tail lamp failed. It was 10/01/2004 when this back up lights issue occurred.
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Back Up Lights problem of Subaru Legacy
The vehicle was a 2005 Subaru Legacy. The VIN of the problem Legacy is 4S3BP67635_. The wiring harness on the rear lift gate (station wagon) keeps breaking and shorting out. This is a dangerous defect, as rear lights can go out without notice, leading to a possible rear-end collision. Dangerous for pedestrians when the backup lights have shorted out and are not visible. Rear visibility also hampered under snowy or rainy conditions when the wiper shorts out. Repairs have been made at least three (3) times (2/22/11, 3/24/13, 9/25/13), yet these electrical issues still persist. A recall from Subaru should be ordered to address this electrical defect and safety issue. It was Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of Subaru Outback
The car was a 2005 Subaru Outback. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 4S4BP67CX5_. My back up lights and license plate lights were not working. Found the wires between the light gate and body of car were breaking one by one. Also my antenna wires were broken on other side same location. Was surprised to see this. Wires usually don't wear out like this I wouldn't think. This problem occurred on 04/02/2013.
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Back Up Lights problem of Toyota Prius
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is JTDKN3DU5A_. I have had repeated issues with the low beam headlights since purchasing my 2010 Toyota Prius. The low beam headlight bulbs burn out and have to be replaced every 2-6 months. Replacement bulbs have included bulbs purchased from Toyota and auto parts stores varying in price level and lumens. I have had two instances where both headlights simultaneously malfunctioned would not illuminate. The first was when I had my car turned off for several hours and when I started the car the lights would not illuminate. I turned the car off and checked the headlight bulb connections. I had to drive home approximately 5 miles using the high beams. I took my car to oxmoor Toyota, the dealership where I purchased the car new, and the service department determined that my car was functioning normally. They replaced both low beam headlight bulbs with Toyota bulbs. The second time that both low beam headlights failed the car was parked but running with the low beam headlights illuminated. The headlights were switched off but the car remained running. When I switched the lights on, the low beam headlights would not illuminate. I turned car off and checked the low beam headlight bulb connections. The high beam lights, turn signals, backup lights, and brake lights functioned normally. I drove home approximately 20 miles with the high beams. Once home, I verified that the fuse was not burned out. Two months later the front driver's side low beam headlight would not illuminate. I decided it was time to return to the dealership where I brought my car to see if Toyota had found a solution to this issue. The service manager said that they only issue was the burned out low beam headlight bulb. This back up lights problem happened on Friday, October 15, 2010.
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Back Up Lights problem of Toyota Prius
The car was a 2007 Toyota Prius. The VIN of this vehicle was JTDKB20U57_. During cold weather I lose all odometer speedometer backup light gas gauge . Back up lights have caused a lot of close call when I'm backing up one time I got close to hitting a pedestrian because they did not know I was baking up I have ran out of fuel on the freeway and I never know how fast I'm going. This problem is well documented and Toyota knows a bout the problem but will not issue a recall. It was 09/28/12 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of Volkswagen Tiguan
The vehicle was a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. Hello - I started my 2009 vw Tiguan on Nov. 9, 2013. After placing the car in drive, all of my dashboard lights for "lighting failures" came on, a total of 8 different error messages - license plate lights, driver and passenger taillights, backup lights, front headlights, turn signals. At this point I was on the road, and quickly pulled over to the closest parking lot I could find. I was about to head on the highway. I immediately turned around and drove home and did some research. I opened the interior fuse panel, but that was ok. I went in under the hood and saw the 30 amp fuse was completely melted. (I took a picture, and have it for reference. ) this could have been a very dangerous scenario, and there were no warning signs. I can't help but wonder how that fuse has impact the lighting system overall in my Tiguan. This back up lights issue occurred 11/09/13.
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Back Up Lights problem of Volkswagen Tiguan
The car is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. The VIN of the car is WVGAV7AX0B_. A fuse has melted (not burned out in the typical manner), and melted part of the fuse block. This caused all of the lights on the vehicle to malfunction. Headlights on one side, one turn signal, bulbs in different parts of the taillight assemblies (both sides), one backup light and the third brake light. All appeared to be burned out. Upon replacement of the fuse, all worked properly. From researching the internet, we found numerous websites and forums where this has been happening on these vehicles from 2009-2013, usually around 40-50,000 miles. The loss of these lights can cause an accident or fire to the vehicle due to the electrical system getting so hot as to melt the way it did. It has been stated that vw of America has refused to correct these problems. This back up lights issue occurred Friday, July 19, 2013.
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Back Up Lights problem of Volvo V70
The vehicle involved was a 2002 Volvo V70. Consumer was unable to see child in the rear view mirror and as a result he ran his son over. The failure date was 04/20/2002.
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Back Up Lights problem of Volvo V70
The car is a 1998 Volvo V70. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Volvo V70 is YV1LW5676W_. Safety concerns after purchase of new vehicle. Many other problems. No safet defects mentioned in the summary. This problem occurred on Nov. 4, 1998.
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Back Up Lights problem of BMW 330
The car is a 2002 BMW 330ci. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is WBABN53432_. I found that my reverse light was out late in July and took it to the nearest BMW dealership for repair. I've since found out that this is a common defect in the e46 model and I am wondering if there is some kind of recall or compensation for the inadequacy of the rear lights in this model. This issue happened on August 2, 2011.
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Back Up Lights problem of BMW 528
The car involved is a 1997 BMW 528. The third/middle rear brake light housing has melted due to excessive heat build up when using brakes for extended time periods (e. G. , when stuck in very slow moving traffic). This has caused the red lense to melt over the bulb, thereby posing a risk of fire and preventing the car from being inspected. I am concerned about using the car in this condition due to the risk of fire (I have smelled the burning plastic). The housing and lighting assembly are all original equipment. The dealer has indicated that it will not fix the safety hazard even though it is under warranty and all original equipment (and it will cost $550 for me to repair it). This defect also permits white light to shine from the brake light assembly, thereby posing an additional safety issue. This back up lights issue occurred 09/01/00.
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Back Up Lights problem of Cadillac CTS
The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1G6DM57N33_. The owner has a 2003 Cadillac Cts. The contact noticed the rear light cover on the back up light fractured and detached from the vehicle. As a result, water entered the back up lights and he believed that it may cause an electrical failure. The dealer advised the contact to purchase a lens cover to protect the light. The manufacturer was not notified nor was the vehicle repaired. The current mileage was 60,096. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000. It was Monday, Aug. 1, 2011 when this back up lights issue happened.
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Back Up Lights problem of Cadillac CTS
The vehicle was a 2003 Cadillac Cts. The rear back up light panel has a plastic cover over it. Mine fell off and I am having a terrible time replacing it. I contacted Cadillac, but they don't sell that piece anymore. They have redesigned a replacement that will not fall off but it costs over $500 and Cadillac won't cover it because they claim it has not been recalled. As I drive up and down the streets and highways in chicago, I notice many 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts are also missing this part. How can this plastic part fall off with out cause and yet not be recalled?. This back up lights issue occurred 03/15/2011.
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Back Up Lights problem of Jaguar XJ12
The vehicle having this issue was a 1996 Jaguar Xj12. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was SAJMX6345T_. Back up lights failed. This problem occurred on Wednesday, January 1, 1997.
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