1996 Ford Explorer lights problems

19 complaints (1% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 19
of this car's complaints: 1%
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Headlights
4
Tail lights
3
Brake lights
3
Fog lights
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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175k-200k

200k+

Ford Explorer lights problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Ford Explorer lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 8

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Ford Explorer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 24, 2010 · Lights, Locks · IN

My wife and I are scared to drive our 96 explorer once we learned of all the recalls ( rear side glass, bad suspension, exterior lighting, headlights.) just to name a few I know of.

Filed Jan 26, 2010 · Electrical, Lights · 163,000 miles · WA

The multi-function switch operating the windshield wipers and turn signals fails, resulting in turn signal staying in the on position and results in wire shortage inside the steering column, causing electrical smoke to come out of the steering column. Had I not manually pushed the switch off, there would have been fire within seconds. This has now happened twice in the same vehicle. The switch was replaced the first time, in 2006. That switch also failed, but I was told the part was only under warranty for 12/12, so I cannot have it replaced for free. Since it is faulty, (not caused by the driver) and is a major safety hazard that could lead to injury or death, I believe it is important to raise awareness and get this handled immediately.

Filed Jan 17, 2002 · Lights · WI · fire

Third brake light on this vehicle shorted out when the brake was applied and started a fire (open flame) on the interior of the vehicle.

Filed Feb 8, 2001 · Body, Electrical · WI

While driving interior lights comes on and off without manual operation. Problem occurs within electrial system which causes door locks to malfunction. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 19, 2000 · Engine, Lights · TX

The side rear tail light is broken.

Filed Jul 21, 2000 · Body, Lights · FL · crash

Consumer was traveling on the highway about 70mph and then she felt vibration, and all of a sudden tread came off of the tires and damaged vehicle. Also, tail light was broken, as well as fender well and the bumper. The original atw tires were on this vehicle. Consumer had them replaced.

Filed Jan 21, 2000 · Lights, Locks · FL

Both rear door child safety locks do not open from inside. Yh

Filed Oct 5, 1999 · Lights · NJ

Heat from headlamp burns top portion of assembly causing a crack which allows water to seep in and burn out bulb. Heat shield does not appear to adequately cover the affected area.

Filed Aug 3, 1999 · Lights · VA

Head lamps fail intermittently. Nlm

Filed Oct 27, 1997 · Lights · CA

Brake light bulb failed.

Questions about the 1996 Ford Explorer lights

Does the 1996 Ford Explorer have lights problems?

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the lights of the 1996 Ford Explorer, 1% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Ford Explorer lights problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Ford Explorer lights?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Explorer have the most lights problems?

The Ford Explorer model years with the most lights complaints are 2020 (56 complaints), 1999 (49 complaints) and 1998 (40 complaints).