NHTSA Complaint #11610845 — 2021 FORD F-250

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11610845
Vehicle	2021 FORD F-250
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	April 15, 2024
Date Filed	August 26, 2024
Mileage	17,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the headlights failed to illuminate as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the headlights might have been damaged due to heat exposure or chemicals. In addition, upon inspection, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel consumption. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.

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