Exterior Lighting Problems of Ford Explorer Sport

Ford Explorer Sport owners have reported 12 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 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 turn signal 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 Explorer Sport


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Ford Explorer Sport

The Exterior Lighting problem

"takata recall" airbag light keeps blinking with the seat belt noise. Changed the light bulb from the dash board and now the airbag light stays on but will not connect with mileage.   Read details...

The Turn Signal Switch problem

Brake lights and turn signals stopped working. Problem traced to tilt steering and multi-function switch wiring harness. Broken retainer clip allows wires to be pulled from connector breaking connection for brake light and turn signal.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

If steering wheel is not in the very high position turn signals blink very rapidly as if there was a problem with one of them.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The lighting system on the Ford Explorer Sport, is not good for night driving at long distances, I have a 98 Ford f-150 and the lights are more proper for this kind of driving. The new system that is being used now, has poor visability on bright. This is a problem since I have had the sport.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Right turn signal and brake light. I had the explorer diagnosed and the dealer said that it needed a multifunction switch. I had the switch replaced and a month and eight days later my right signal and both left and right brakes lights are not working.   Read details...




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