Headlights just started cracking

[maxr]

this happened within the last two days since I washed my truck (in my garage if it matters). Both headlight assemblies have developed numerous cracks. anybody else have the same issue?

with only 4,500 miles on my truck (since late Jan), plan to take it in for first maint service, recalls, etc in Oct.

 

[Hemmy]

this happened within the last two days since I washed my truck (in my garage if it matters). Both headlight assemblies have developed numerous cracks. anybody else have the same issue?

with only 4,500 miles on my truck (since late Jan), plan to take it in for first maint service, recalls, etc in Oct.

What did you use to clean it with? I am assuming the headlights are polycarbonate (PC). PC is strong and actually used for bulletproof glass, however, there are some chemicals that can crack it and make if very brittle. Even Windex can be bad for PC.

 

[maxr]

i use the same cleaning products on my 2007 tundra and wifes 2015 BMW x5 with zero issues

 

[FordTechOne]

i use the same cleaning products on my 2007 tundra and wifes 2015 BMW x5 with zero issues

Ok, but not all lenses use exactly the same plastic composition. What products do you use? First I’ve seen this concern.

 

[JohnyPython]

I’d say defect. Dealer should warranty that.

 

[Dudebrodude]

Seems like a defect, even if your cleaning solution was a contributor.

Don't tell your dealer that it happened right after washing though. They may leverage that to say it was customer induced.

 

[maxr]

going to cotact the ford service manager and see if they have heard of this ..

 

[FordTechOne]

If you can’t feel the cracks on the outside, it may be a condition known as “micro-cracking”, which is considered a defect.

 

[maxr]

if i run my thumbnail over the cracks, it catches slightly

 

[maxr]

talked to the service advisor at the closest ford dealer ... never heard of the problem but will drive thre and have them look at it.