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Backup Light Bulb

Lighting

Provides illumination when the vehicle is in reverse.

The backup light bulb illuminates when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, allowing other drivers and pedestrians to see the vehicle backing up.

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Typical part cost
$2–$10🔒
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Typical labor cost
$40–$100🔒
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Typically lasts
80,000–150,000 mi
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Or about
5.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
2/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Backup Light Bulb is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Backup lights not working
Dim light
Burned-out bulb
Reverse visibility issues
Electrical issues
Blown fuses

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Backup Light Bulb

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Inspect Backup Light Bulb

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Test Backup Light Bulb

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