Exterior Lighting Problems of Ford Ranger

Ford Ranger owners have reported 127 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 (33 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 tail lights just stopped working. I didn't know that they were out until someone behind me told me that they were out. I didn't have any collision, nothing like that. I called the Ford dealership and they told me to bring it in so that they can see what the problem is.   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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