The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the driver’s-side headlight was flickering while the vehicle was stopped, and the headlight remained illuminated while the vehicle was turned off, causing the battery to drain. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that water was entering the headlight housing, causing the bulb to fail. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, and the headlight housings and the bulbs were replaced, and the pigtail wiring on the driver's side was also replaced. The mechanic determined that the wire was corroded and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the entire module needs to be replaced. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 207,000.
2014 Ford Taurus: headlights failing or too dim
9 of the 230 complaints about the 2014 Ford Taurus describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 45,000
- recalls
- 1
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Their is moisture in my headlights, left and right headlights show large amounts inside of lens. The vehicle is parked inside my garage .
About half the time, when windshield wipers are turned on, they will not shut off. I haven't experienced them turning on suddenly as I drive. They stay on when I turn them on. The headlights stay on as well. Even when turning lights off, the wipers remain. This causes them to be on while it's dry resulting in a dragging wipe and noise. It can also cause a minor smudge. I've had the car since june 2016 and this has always been an issue. To turn them on causes hesitation as they may not turn off any time soon. I've restarted the car a few times and my experience is to wait it out after a couple days. A brief look online shows various ford cars and trucks have this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford taurus. The contact stated that the headlights failed to illuminate properly in the dark and in the rain without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (mcgrath ford, 4001 1st ave se, cedar rapids, ia, 52402), but they were unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 13344376. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall, and recommended the contact to take the vehicle to another dealer for a second opinion. The failure mileage was unknown. *ln vehicle purchase date should be on or before incident date updated 8/2/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford taurus. While driving approximately 68 MPH, the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. The contact restarted the vehicle and the engine warning indicator illuminated and the driver side headlamp failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the line leading to the fuel pump needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 87,999.
When using my turn signals to make a right turn. When I activate the turn signal my headlights will flash (only when making a right turn). It is an annoying situation. This happens whether the vehicle is in motion or stopped and has been going on for months.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford taurus. While driving at 60 MPH, the driver and passenger side head lamps and the instrument panel became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000....updated 06-11-15 *bf updated 9/18/15
The headlights are very limited during night driving. There is a very defined line between projected light and surrounding darkness. When traveling up or down even the slightest slope, the lights point down into the road directly ahead, giving no view or reaction time of possible obstacles, people, animals or stalled/parked cars. There is no peripheral lighting towards the front quarter so when a turn onto an intersecting roadway or driveway is necessary, it is completely dark and any objects, people or animals cannot be seen. This is the most dangerous night-driving I have ever done in any auto/truck.
It would seem someone would look into the plastic head lights on all models of cars. After a few years the head light covers get covered with something that seems to dim the head lights by 50%. This is an ongoing problem that may be causing night time accidents.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.
- Risk
- This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑800‑392‑3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.
Recall number 14V285000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2014 Ford Taurus headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2014 Ford Taurus?
9 of 230 owner complaints about the 2014 Ford Taurus (4%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Ford Taurus?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2014 Ford Taurus
Fuel pump 57Stalling 28Power steering loss 26Won't start 24Backup camera 13Check engine light 12Loss of power 11Engine failure 9Overheating 8Grinding brakes 7Hesitation 7Steering lock-up 7Fire or smoke 6
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