Exterior Lighting Problems of Ford C-max

Ford C-max owners have reported 5 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Ford C-max

Problem Category Number of Problems
Exterior Lighting problems
3
Tail Light Switch problems
2

Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Ford C-max

The Exterior Lighting problem

When I went to the garage, I noticed my brake lights were on, but the ignition was not. I tested the car, it started without me stepping on the brake. I could also move the car out of park without stepping on the brakes.   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

The tail lights have to be manually turned on when low beam headlights are on. The low beam headlights are on automatically at all times. What this means is if I park the car during daylight hours and come back when dark I often drive without taillights.   Read details...




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