Tail Lights not working on a 09'
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Tail Lights not working on a 09'
Newer to the forum, a lot of great things here. Anyways, I just got pulled over today because my taillights were not working. Pretty pissed off since I haven't even owned the truck a year. (It's a 2009 F-150 STX.) Has anyone else had this problem, if so what caused it?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
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FYI, the NHTSA web site states Ford is issuing a recall on Brake Light Switches which cause this issue and is has been escalted as it can cause crashes.
Make: FORD Model: F-150
Model Year: 2009
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Mfr's Report Date: APR 29, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V150000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Potential Number of Units Affected: 8735Summary:
FORD IS RECALLING 8,735 MY 2009 F-150 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY BE IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED. THIS MAY RESULT IN A DELAY IN BRAKE STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. IN SITUATIONS OF VERY MILD BRAKE APPLICATION, THE BRAKE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE.
Consequence:
DELAY OR LOSS OF BRAKE STOP LAMP FUNCTION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH REMOVED AND REINSTALLED WHICH WILL PROVIDE PROPER ADJUSTMENT. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332 OR THROUGH THE INTERNET AT WWW.OWNERCONNECTION.COM.
Notes:
FORD RECALL NO. 09C07. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
Model Year: 2009
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Mfr's Report Date: APR 29, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V150000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Potential Number of Units Affected: 8735Summary:
FORD IS RECALLING 8,735 MY 2009 F-150 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY BE IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED. THIS MAY RESULT IN A DELAY IN BRAKE STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. IN SITUATIONS OF VERY MILD BRAKE APPLICATION, THE BRAKE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE.
Consequence:
DELAY OR LOSS OF BRAKE STOP LAMP FUNCTION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH REMOVED AND REINSTALLED WHICH WILL PROVIDE PROPER ADJUSTMENT. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332 OR THROUGH THE INTERNET AT WWW.OWNERCONNECTION.COM. Notes:
FORD RECALL NO. 09C07. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
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FYI, the NHTSA web site states Ford is issuing a recall on Brake Light Switches which cause this issue and is has been escalted as it can cause crashes.
Not to sound like a smartass but are the daytime running lights on these trucks just the headlights being on without parking/tail lights? (I don't have DRL) Maybe the headlights themselves weren't actually on? I sometimes see cars driving around at night in the city with only headlights on and no parking/tail lights...
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That nice but he said tail lights... unless he mistakenly meant brake lights? Definitely 2 different things.
Not to sound like a smartass but are the daytime running lights on these trucks just the headlights being on without parking/tail lights? (I don't have DRL) Maybe the headlights themselves weren't actually on? I sometimes see cars driving around at night in the city with only headlights on and no parking/tail lights...
Not to sound like a smartass but are the daytime running lights on these trucks just the headlights being on without parking/tail lights? (I don't have DRL) Maybe the headlights themselves weren't actually on? I sometimes see cars driving around at night in the city with only headlights on and no parking/tail lights...
I'm sure that the OP is referring to the brake lights
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It's definitely the taillights. Brake lights and reverse lights work. They started working for awhile, but still took it to the dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong. Had it for two days after that and they went out again. It'll back at the dealer Monday.
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The tail light connector above the spare tire may be loose/messed up. Easy to check yourself but agreed the dealer should have it and fix it and give you a loaner. There's no reason for something so new to have this issue.
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Agreed, let them know as well that this is a safety issue and you are very concerned.