NHTSA Complaint #11506226 — 2017 FORD ESCAPE

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11506226
Vehicle	2017 FORD ESCAPE
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	February 8, 2023
Date Filed	February 8, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

My low beam headlights go out about every 60 days. I find myself having to drive home... once with both lights failing at the same time. This is discussed in many on-line forums and seems to be a common problem with this car.

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