Mercury Milan owners have reported 160 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (72 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light (55 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I bought this car used as I am 72 and can't afford a new one. I just found out the tail light is out and called the dealer and they said it would cost $1200. 00 to repair. Is Ford joking with this kind of light. I guess I'll just take tickets when I'm stopped. Read details...
I was pulled over for my brake light being out. I went to the dealer and was charged $600 for a brake light assembly. My car has 35,636 miles on it, like new vehicle. Even though it is know defect Ford would not reimburse me for part. I was told it was out of warranty and not a saftey issue. Read details...
Passenger side brake light assembly failed June 2025. I found it our at an oil change inspection. Ford discontinued manufacturing this led brake light assembly, so it is difficult to replace this safety critical part. The part number is 9n7z 13404 a. Read details...
I was issued a warning by local police that my left rear taillight was not working. This is an led array that has been replaced once before. On investigation, I observed that the taillight only works intermittently, and will flicker on and off when the headlights are on. Read details...
The contact owns a 2011 Mercury Milan. While driving approximately 20 mph, the contact was alerted by another motorist that the rear driver side brake light failed to illuminate. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the rear driver side tail light assembly needed to be replaced. Read details...