2013 explorer - dumbfounded tail lights

[nc46603158]

Hi - i am fairly competent when it comes to repairs...but this one has me confused and dumbfounded!!! My running lights (rear) are out. I have checked all of the bulbs and do not know where to check next. I went to the local ford place and they told me they have never heard of this happening. They want me to put up $150 so they can check on it (even though they have no idea what is causing it). Does anyone know or have had this same experience? Help please!

 

[Mike65]

Welcome to the forum. The first thing I would do is get a 12 volt test light & with the lights on, see if you have power at the tail light sockets.

 

[PastorMarkCary]

One of mine went out on my 2011 Explorer. Manual stated that tail light is dealer only replacement. They have to replace the entire assembly which costs around $600.00. The LED cannot be changed. $600 for a tail light replacement? Aren't LEDs supposed to last forever?