2012 Ford Fusion lights problems

Filed Feb 10, 2023 · Lights · PA

This is a general concern, not limited to only my car. Daytime running lights do not turn on the tail lamps. People believe if they have the DRL turned on, they’re safe, but they are difficult to see in rain/fog/tunnels etc. DRL should include tail lamps Also, automatic headlamps only come on when it gets dark enough out. It’s surprising how many tail lamps come on half way through the turnpike tunnel. Auto lamps should simply come on when you turn on the key. That’s a frustration of mine. Thank you for listening.

Filed Aug 1, 2022 · Lights · NJ

Rear tail light side parking marker. All marker lights in working order is required to pass Delaware state inspection. The LED is hard wired within the housing unit and is not a replaceable bulb. I have to replace the housing assembly for 160.00 plus tax for a simple light. Car is 10 years old. I don't believe Ford expected it to fail for the life of the car. Part 13404. The side marker light is not on the parts diagram. I can replace the part but was hoping Ford would cover the bill, but I admit, i am venting frustration.

Filed May 26, 2020 · Brakes, Lights · 150,000 miles · MS

After going to several service places with my brakes they are yet giving issues having to pump them to stop. Power steering system assist shut down while driving and door latches won't open from the inside. The local ford place said I need to contact ford motor company because there are recalls for my issues but not for my VIN number and I need to get them added under my VIN so they can fix it with no charge.

Filed Oct 16, 2019 · Lights · 160,000 miles · OH

A week ago I smelled something burning while I was driving. I had just had a belt replaced and thought fluid leaked and was burning off, checked under my hood and couldn't smell anything. A few days later my boss told me my tail light was out. I had just changed it a month or so ago, but when I looked at my light, the bulb was black, the base you plug it into is burnt and the plastic on the assembly is melting. Why is this not a recall yet? I see plenty of people on here with the same issue.

Filed Jul 23, 2019 · Lights · TX

Took my car in to have the airbag safety recall repaired last week. Had not driven at night until 2 days ago and noticed my low beam lights are no longer working. I have checked the fuses, light bulbs, and even replaced the headlamp switch but nothing. The ford dealership where I had it repaired stated the repair would not affect my lights. Had the car for the past 4 years and never had a problem until now. Too coincidental.

Filed Jun 16, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · TN · fire

I own a 2012 ford fusion se 6 cylinder this vehicle has a major safety hazard. My passenger side rtail light continues to blow and the most recent incident occurred last week when I noticed a burning smell. I have been replacing this tail light every six months for the past two years and it has caused melting around the light socket and the bulb is clearly burnt. After googling this issue I have seen numerous complaints about the same issue with the 2012 ford fusion and a recall needs to be issued immediately or I am going to the public. This can kill someone and start a fire especially if the blaze gets out of hand and children are in the backseat strapped in. Please email me [xxx] regarding if you are having a similar concern so I can compile this and go public because they have received several complaints and not done anything to remedy this issue. This is clearly an electrical issue and ford and the nthsa need to step it up and save lives before it's too late. Here are links to similar issues http://www.fixya.com/cars/t16277316-2012_ford_fusion_rear_turn_signal_still http://m.carcomplaints.com/ford/fusion/2012/lights/exterior_lighting.shtml http://www.carproblemzoo.com/ford/fusion/tail-light-switch-problems.php information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · Lights · 140,000 miles · WI

This problem began about 2 1/2 years ago with back turn signals, both left and right, will go out approximately ever 6 months. When one side goes out, I replace , but then 2 weeks later the other side goes out. Good for 6 months then same thing. As of today 1/15/2019 my right side just went out again. I have taken to dealer but they say nothing is wrong or no recalls they are aware of at the time. Never mentioned any burning as I have seen in other complaints with this vehicle issue. Not sure what to do anymore. Will call ford directly but don't feel it will be helpful

Filed Aug 31, 2018 · Lights · IN

Service manager: [xxx] my car VIN#[xxx]. Both headlights don't work & haven't since february 2017. I had grote automotive service center do the replacement of both front I purchased the car on 12/5/15. One head light & one tail light was not working. Headlamps were replaced done on 2/27/2017. They worked on & off, stayed off then on 5/22/2017 right & left headlight bulb inop was replaced. So I've been without headlights since then. I got it fixed again in may 2018 only to again in august 2018. There's got to a power surge or faulty. There has to be recall somewhere. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 14, 2018 · Lights · VA

I was driving from work to home yesterday and when I turned my right signal lights on it is flickering very fast than normal. I waited until I got home and try to see if my tail lights is working, come to find out it is only flickering fast in my dashboard but the tail lights in my right side is dead. We then remove the tail lights and found another big problem. My tail lights is burned around the base and the other bulb is black. Also, when we pull the bulb a lot of stuff came off from the base like tiny beads??. Both tail lights is burned down although the other light still working. I now have concerned why the bulb is burning without any warning whatsoever. I read online to see if there is any other cases come to find out there aren't many. I encourage everyone who owns ford vehicle to check your lights often and file a complaint like I did today. We decided to switch each light to see if it is doing the same thing. When I turn my signal on the right side is working and the left side now is not working and in my dash board left side is flickering really fast. I think all consumer needs to know regarding this issue and hoping that the dealer will not charge $56 dollars just to check the tail lights. The bad part about my situation I live about 25 minutes from my job and I pass plenty of traffic light on my way. I did not realized that my tail lights is not working during the time that I was driving. It is very dangerous because turning without signal light on it may cause the other vehicle to hit you if they are not paying attention. To all ford owner please check your lights often and file a complaint to help out other customer made aware about the concern before they become big problem.

Filed May 29, 2017 · Electrical, Lights · 100,000 miles · VT

This car has a major problem with the gauges that also prevents the air conditioning and radio working properly plus certain external lights and directional lights as well as the high beam indicator. This is going on almost a year now and the gauges will "black out" as well so you cant see how fast you are going or other functions. This should be a major safety concern. I do have some video of the problem I will attach. This happens all the time if the car is sitting or in motion. For some reason I cant post the video of the problem but there are plenty of the same ones on you tube.