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Warning lights

Bulb / exterior light failure light

A brake light, headlight or turn signal bulb has failed.

Urgency:Service soon

Is it safe to keep driving?

Yes, but a dead brake light or headlight is a ticket in every state and a real hazard at night. Fix it within days.

Likely causes

  • Burnt-out bulb
  • Corroded bulb socket
  • Failed LED unit

Typical repair cost (US)

$5 – $300

A halogen bulb at the low end; a sealed LED assembly at the high end.

A typical range, not a quote. Actual cost depends on the car, the shop and the fault.

What to do now

  1. Walk around the car with the lights on and someone pressing the brake to find the dead one.