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2016 Ford Explorer Lights Problems

4 owner-reported lights complaints from NHTSA data

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Feb 2021Sep 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (4)

highEXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2026

Your B-pillar (the vertical trim between your front and rear doors) broke off while driving and struck the car behind you. When it broke, it damaged the wiring that controls your liftgate, causing your SUV's rear hatch to lock and become unusable. You've been unable to access the back of your vehicle for months and must crawl inside to manually release the liftgate, which then may not close properly. The repair will likely involve replacing the B-pillar trim and rewiring or replacing the liftgate control system.

NHTSA #: 11724230
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

NHTSA #: 11616354
lowEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Apr 2025

Issues with headlight housing unit getting moisture in it causing lights to malfunction. Driver headlight won't work and passenger headlight will turn off while driving then back on and off again. It does this continously at random making it dangerous for myself and other drivers at night.

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NHTSA #: 11656945
lowEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Feb 2021

Ford designed the headlights in the 2016 ford explorer so that the LED low beam is built into the housing. So you either have to replace the very expensive housing (1,000) when your low beam goes out or drive with less visibility. Most people do not have $1,000 just laying around.

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NHTSA #: 11395706

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