Table 1 shows five common exterior lighting related problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake light (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| Tail Light problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Fog Lights problems |
Heat from headlamp burns top portion of assembly causing a crack which allows water to seep in and burn out bulb. Heat shield does not appear to adequately cover the affected area. Read details...
Third brake light on this vehicle shorted out when the brake was applied and started a fire (open flame) on the interior of the vehicle. Read details...
Consumer was traveling on the highway about 70mph and then she felt vibration, and all of a sudden tread came off of the tires and damaged vehicle. Also, tail light was broken, as well as fender well and the bumper. The original atw tires were on this vehicle. Consumer had them replaced. Read details...