Exterior Lighting Problems of Ford Ranger

Ford Ranger owners have reported 128 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (34 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (21 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Ford Ranger

The Exterior Lighting problem

My complaint isn't about my vehicle. My complaint pertains to pickup truck and SUV lighting. The lighting on these vehicles have become so bright that they blind oncoming drivers. In addition, I was recently blinded by the lights on a lifted pickup truck, that was following behind me.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

I was driving down the road when I smelled smoke and saw flames coming out from under the hood and the power to the vehicle began to cut out making it difficult to move or steer the truck to safety I then exited the vehicle and flames were coming out of the front passenger side good and headlight.   Read details...

The Turn Signal Switch problem

Purchased used 2008 Ford Ranger that has issues with multifunction switch malfunctioning on several occasions with the windshield wipers not working or high beams engaging although the turn signals are not affected as of yet. This happens when vehicle is stationary as well as moving .   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

When it gets cold outside, my turn signals won�t work until the cab of my truck warms up. When it is warm outside, the turn signals work perfectly.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Intermittent failure of the tail blinkers and brake lights. Initially after vehicle startup everything functions properly. After driving for some time, 30-60 minutes, the blinkers start behaving like a bulb is out.   Read details...




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