Ford F-150 owners have reported 47 interior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common interior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's interior lighting (47 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Interior Lighting problems |
2000 Ford F-150. Consumer states wheel rims started to rust out in one year the consumer also stated the bumper rusted out in one year, and the abs light illuminated. The brakes were inspected several times, but no problem was found. The high beams would not come on, the plastic on the outside rearview mirror fell off, the dome light in the cab wouldn't come on, and the tailgate wouldn't close, the windshield wiper washer, wipers and heating system did not work. The power steering pump leaked all the time, the gear shifter wouldn't go into park. The fuel strap failed three years ago and caused the fuel tank to fall to the ground.
Dash instrument lighting does not illuminate when manually turning on the headlamps. The cluster lamps are apparently controlled automaticly by a sensor located on the dash, however it is very difficult to see the dash meters when it is dark enough to turn on the headlamps, but not light enough for the sensor to engage. You can be driving in a rainstorm and headlamps are needed, but the instrument cluster lamps will not turn on and it is very difficult to see the any of the readings on the guages. Apparently this is a well known problem, but Ford will not do anything about it. Just the way it the vehicle is designed. This is hazardous condition that needs to be fixed.
The odometer in my 1999 Ford f150 pickup does not light up when the ignition is turned on until it has been driven for a while. It does eventually come on but has taken longer and longer as the vehicle has aged. This has been a problem for more than 2 years and seems to be getting worse.
Light bulb inside the automatic shifter came loose and was inside console, when I turned on my lights, I smelled plastic burning the light bulb burned a hole through the side of the console which in turn burned my hand, Ford dealership removed lightbulb, but was insisting I pay approx. $900. 00 for repairs, which I refuse to do.
I purchased a 2010 Ford F-150 in August 2010. I recently became aware of a lighting issue on the dashboard control panel cluster. While driving into work one morning at approximately 6:30am, I noticed the instrument cluster lighting had gone off . It was just slightly after sunrise and was still quite dark outside. After the problem reoccuring several more times, I took the vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it, and after a brief 20 minutes or so was told the cluster was defective and would be replaced under warranty. The problem continued and it wasn't until I researched on the internet if any other consumers of this model truck were having similar problems, that I had an explanantion for the problem. Apparently Ford engineered a light sensor that sits on the dashboard and turns off the dashboard instrument lighting when the sensor detects a certain amount of external light. There is no way to properly override the sensor to my knowledge. The problem is that it sometimes will shut off lighting when there are still very low light conditions outside. In several instances, I was driving in low light and the sensor had deactivated my instrument cluster lighting and I couldn't read my instruments unless I took my eye off the road and ducked my head down almost against the instrument panel. Apparently, other consumers are having this same problem and some have reported that they were told by Ford that the system is working as designed and nothing could be done to change it. One consumer went on to say they had fabricated a piece of electrical tape that, when placed over the sensor would deactivate it. In my opinion, this is a significant safety concern. The driver should be able to turn on the instrument panel lights whenever he or she feels the need to. Driving in almost near darkness without the ability to turn on the lights is ridiculous. I hope to see all of their light sensor vehicles recalled and the sensors removed,.
2010 Ford f150. . . Dashboard lights will not illuminate when in very low light conditions or very bright light conditions if equipped with 'auto lamp'. . . It will lonly illuminate in pitch black environments. Instrument panel is recessed 8 inches into dash and you cannot see the speedometer or other guages as you drive. . . . . This is extremely hazzardous as knowledge of your speed is mandatory for safe vehicle operation in any light environment. Ford has advised me 'it is operating as designed'. This is unacceptable as the inability to quickly and accurately read your speed is paramount to driving any vehicle. The engineering shortcoming must be remidied. Google '2010 Ford f150 dashboard light problems' and you get 7 pages of concerns. . . . . . . The only way to make the lights work normally during any daylight condition is to cover the dashboard sensor with a rag. The owners manual section on instrument cluster lights, headlamp switches and even auro lamp and dimmer all state the instrument cluster will illuminate any time any exterior lamp is lit. . . . This is not true. Please look into this matter as it apears to be a serious safety concern,,,.
I have a 2005 f150 and the dome light comes on by itself. I have to cut the dashlight dimmer all the way off for it to stay off. I can bump the dash and it goes out, but comes back on. With this I do not have any dash lights at night. It has been in the shop twice for this and not been fixed. I bought extended warranty for these type things and paid a $100 deductible. It is very dangerous to drive at night without dash lights. Any suggestions?.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford f150. The contact stated his vehicle caught fire. The light bulb in the console where the shift lever is located fell out on the inside and burned a hole through the side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired and the bulb was replaced. Contact did not know his VIN number. The failure mileage was 53,000. Bl.
Ford f150 crewcab, the interior light does not shut off which causes the doors not to lock . This is a security problem for my wife. After calling Ford to report this problem they couldnt help me. Also, a problem in the 1995 Ford ranger. But the part were very expensive.
The dome light takes over five minutes to go out after consumer starts the engine. Also, when the vehicle is off the dome light stays on, even when consumer closes all the doors.
The windshield wipers and washer came on at random. The inside lights failed to go off once the door was closed.
The vehicles door ajar light continued to stay on .
The dome light constantly stayed on.
Doors have stress cracks on upper frame,I've paid to have repaired once,when I approached dealer they said o recall on that problem, would not help,now door switches keep interior lights on till it goes off on power saver,door ajar light stays on when moisture condition/rain,snow sleet and so on.
The dome light stayed on while driving. The dealer was notified.
Consumer states intermittently door light became inoperable, also the dome light is always on obstructing the driver's view. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts.
The door ajar light stayes on and the dome light and cargo lights stay on for extended periods of time while driving down the highway.
It started with dome light staying on constantly - so we go without a dome light and it is unsafe and quite the nusance. Next the door ajar light stayed on constantly - weather seems to play a factor. Next the ignition switch chime started staying on constantly when keys aren't even in the ignition. . . Again weather seems to be a factor. Initially wiggling the ignition switch would sometimes get the chime to stop but now I had to remove the gem fuse(15) as it was the only way to get the chime to quit. I haven't checked yet what else that fuse is used for. It seems that this is a problem for all f150 owners - so Ford needs to fix it!!!!.
Passenger's area dome light will come on intermittently, causing a distraction while driving at night. Dealership has not examined or repaired vehicle. Consumer states he has replaced the part that holds the plugs twice and it costs 450 dollars each time, consumer states he thinks he may have to replace them again, the interior light also comes on at times. Windshield wipers come on by themselves.
Door ajar light, interior light, and cargo light stay on has if a door were open when all doors are all closed. If the key is in the ignition , and the ignition is off and the doors are shut, the chime/tone continues to go off.
Interior light problem has occurred on many 1998 F-150 and rangers. It is a saftey hazard when driving with the inerior light on, espesially with tinted windows.
Dome light will not turn off even with all three doors fully closed.
While driving windshield wipers will come on unexpectedly like twice a month without warning. Also, a short inside of steering column. Washer lever also on steering column, to get washer to operate must push handle in at angle. The dome lamp is defective and stays on when the engine is started.
Vehicle lost complete steering while turning onto the interstate informed that pitman arm disconnected from the section shaft due to the loss of the nut and washer nut. Dealer notified. Driver does not feel safe and secure driving this vehicle. The dash light failed at 3000 miles.
Interior courtesy light and door ajar light will stay on after closing the vehicle doors. Stays on from 1 to 30 minutes before turning itself off, while "door open" alarm sounds. Dealer not notified. Original date of problem August 2000 (random occurrences). Currently every time door is opened and closed.
Cargo light in vehicle never goes off. Consumer states when backing up, they can not see due to the light being on, consumer was told the problem is a switch on the door.
Interior lights fail to go out after vehicle has been turned off. After starting vehicle, speedometer shot to 100rmps after shifting. Took to dealer & lights still on & not going off. Eventually, lights went out.
Driver's and passenger's door will not align correctly when closing it. This results in door remaining open, which keeps dome light on, draining battery. The door switches for both doors were replaced.
Door ajar light and rear cargo light would momentarily stay on after closing the vehicle doors from 1/2 hours up 2 hours before turning itself off. Dealer notified. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
The door ajar switch does not function properly. The door ajar dash light & interior lights remain on even when the door is fully closed. This causes a very dangerious situation, especialy at night when the interior lights are on and won't go off. I know that this is a wide spred problem and I have been adviced that Ford has a TSB on it. Everyone that I have talked to with a 97', 98', or 99' F-150 extended cab has had problems with this.
Dome lights and the cargo lights remained on at all times. Door ajar light also remained on. Truck was taken to the dealership. Relay switch overheated, and was replaced. Please provide any further information.
After closing door, interior light, cargo light along with door ajar light sometimes will not shut off after getting inside vehicle. This makes it very dangerous to drive at night. I have heard of this happening with a lot of Ford pickups.
Interior courtesy light intermittently comes on while driving. Also, power lock failed to lock after shifting into gear. Dealer/ manufacturer were not contacted at this time.
Interior lights went out while driving and caused visibility difficulties.
Door ajar/light stays on, and there is chiming noise to let consumer know that door is open. Also dome light is on.
When doors are closed the dome light, door ajar light, and exterior light above truck bed remain on. The problem has been recurring for the last 3-4 years. I have asked different repair shops concerning the problem and get many replies from bad door switch, bad relay switch to it's a recurring problem with 1998 Ford F-150's and you have to live with it. The lights can stay on for 1 minute or 30 minutes, occasionally I have to remove the fuse. The problem seems to occur most frequently when the outside temperature goes from cold to warmer weather. I have discussed the problem with other owners and they all seem to have the same problem. It is especially dangerous at night because of the interior light remaining on. I am also concerned with wear on the battery. I feel this is a design flaw and manufacturer should take care of the repair.
Interior panel instruction lights come off every other day, without warning. Unable to read panel.
Fues to power windows continues to blowout. This has happened on several occasions. Also, dome light is affected. Dealer has been contacted.
Interior light and door ajar light will not go off even with door closed. Owner has to take bulb out of dome light. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Dome light will not shut off, door adjar light stays on. It makes it very hard to see at night when driving. I have seen many other Ford p/u's with this same prblem.
When opening doors interior lights will come on, but they will not turn off when closing doors. Also, they will come on by themselves while driving down the road. Dealer has replaced door switches with same design about 3 times, each switch only lasts about 6-8 months.
The truck's speedometer was not visible because of the light color used. As a result the driver is unable to determined the vehicle's speed.
While driving automatic light and door ajar light kept coming on.
Check engine light is always on.
Ford's decision to discontinue installing the door courtesy lights. . The consumer stated the courtesy lights provided better visibility when stepping into the vehicle and exiting the vehicle and the lights also warned approaching traffic of the hazard of an open door.
The sliding rear window leaks every time the truck is washed. -- the door ajar light stays on, along with the cab light and cargo light, even when all doors are closed.
When the doors are shut and vehicle is not running interior dome light will not shut off. Dealer has been contacted.