2025 Flash Taillight Water Accumulation

[K6CCC]

Remember that SuperGlue does not fill gaps vary well. Both surfaces need to be in contact with each other.

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[tcs530]

I wonder what @Ford Motor Company has to say about this? Especially since all the cracks are identical but their warranty department is denying that it is a factory defect.

 

[ClevelandBeemer]

Update: my dealer replaced the taillight and sensor no questions asked.

 

[bc1]

I'm guessing they only replaced it under warranty because it was throwing codes and had corrosion? Probably just having a cracked taillight wouldn't be enough.

 

[ClevelandBeemer]

I'm guessing they only replaced it under warranty because it was throwing codes and had corrosion? Probably just having a cracked taillight wouldn't be enough.

I don’t think so. They initially tried to just replace the taillight but the sensor could not be reused due to the water damage.

Either I’m very lucky, or new guidance has been issued regarding the taillights.

 

[tcs530]

This is my first Ford vehicle, and honestly this whole experience has been incredibly frustrating and disheartening.

Seeing more and more owners in this thread with the exact same rear tail lamp crack/moisture issue makes it even harder to accept Ford’s position that this is just customer-caused impact damage. At some point, when the same crack pattern and moisture intrusion keep showing up on multiple trucks, consumers should not be the ones stuck paying out of pocket.

What really bothers me is that owners are being treated inconsistently. Some people get denied, some people get replaced, and the rest of us are left fighting over what looks like the same issue. That does not feel fair, and it definitely does not make me feel like Ford is standing behind its product.

@Ford Motor Company owners should not have to pay for what appears to be a recurring defect, and we should not have to fight this hard just to be treated fairly.

 

[jazzmanmonty]

I just took mine in to Ford dealer. No visible damage to my rear drivers side tail light. 2022 Lightning Pro. Condensation visible, and last week i got the BLIS/cross traffic alert fault. Got call today that Ford denied my claim because of water intrusion. They are quoting $3700 for the repair/replacement! I would love any help how to proceed with this! @Ford Motor Company this is a serious issue that many are having and its not just aesthetic lights - its a critical safety component. I know we have some Ford insiders on here. Please PM me because I am a Ford Loyalist. I've been here since day one of the Lightning Program. One of the first to order and recieve a 2022 Pro and have been a strong advocate for Ford and their EV program. I've convinced many to buy your EVS. I nnow need your help navigating this mess!

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