Dorman 1610244 Tail Light Assembly - Left

OE-Style Left Tail Light for Explorer and Mountaineer

This Dorman tail light assembly restores the rear lighting on select Ford and Mercury SUVs with a direct replacement built to match the original look, fit, and function. It is street legal, uses a clear/amber/red lens, and is made with a plastic housing and plastic lens for a factory-style repair.

Compatible with 1998-2001 Ford Explorer left rear applications and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer left rear applications, this Dorman 1610244 tail light assembly is a practical replacement for damaged, faded, or non-functioning OE units. It uses halogen bulb technology and operates on 12V systems.

Key Features

• Direct replacement tail light assembly for the left side
• Street legal exterior lighting component
• Clear/amber/red lens color for OE-style appearance
• Plastic lens and plastic housing construction
• Halogen bulb technology, 12V electrical system
• Bulbs not included
• Mounting hardware not included
• Fits 1998-2001 Ford Explorer and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, left

Detailed Description

Dorman 1610244 is built as a replacement tail light assembly for the left rear position on select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models. The housing and lens are shaped to follow the original equipment design, helping maintain the vehicle’s factory appearance while restoring rear lighting performance. This part cross-references TYC 11-5130-01 for the same application.

Use this tail light assembly when the original unit is cracked, clouded, water-damaged, or no longer providing proper rear visibility. The clear/amber/red lens layout supports the original lighting pattern, and the 12V halogen design matches the electrical requirements of the listed vehicles. The Dorman 1610244 part number is also useful when searching for a left tail light assembly for a 1998-2001 Ford Explorer or 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer.

Common Problems It Can Solve

• Broken or cracked left tail light lens
• Moisture intrusion inside the rear lamp housing
• Faded or discolored exterior lighting lens
• Non-working rear lighting caused by a damaged assembly
• Failed inspection due to visible tail lamp damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s left-side rear lamp configuration before ordering. Transfer or install the correct bulbs as needed, since bulbs are not included. Check the mounting points and connector condition during installation, and confirm proper operation of brake, tail, and turn functions after the assembly is installed.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman replacement tail light assembly is engineered to match the stock lamp on the listed vehicles for a straightforward repair. It is built for the specified fitment on 1998-2001 Ford Explorer and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer left-side applications.