BMW 428i xDrive Headlight Bulb Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(11)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(11)

Headlight Bulb Replacement Service

How much does a Headlight Bulb Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 428i xDrive Headlight Bulb Replacement is $167 with $27 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2014 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side Low Beam ReplacementEstimate$208.10Shop/Dealer Price$227.68 - $272.23
2016 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side High Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.57 - $257.81
2014 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side High Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.62 - $257.88
2015 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side High Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.62 - $257.88
2014 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Passenger Side High Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$218.19 - $262.39
2016 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side Low Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.86 - $258.31
2015 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Driver Side Low Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.64 - $257.93
2015 BMW 428i xDriveL4-2.0L TurboService typeHeadlight Bulb - Passenger Side High Beam ReplacementEstimate$199.09Shop/Dealer Price$215.62 - $257.88
Show example BMW 428i xDrive Headlight Bulb Replacement prices

What are headlight bulbs and how do they work?

Headlight bulbs are encased in a carefully designed housing that illuminates the roadways and makes your car visible to other drivers and pedestrians. They rely on the vehicle’s electrical system for power. There are many types of headlight bulbs in use today including sealed beams, halogen plug-in bulbs, LED (light emitting diode), and HID (high intensity discharge) bulbs. Some car models are sold with headlight options and a mechanic may rely on your car’s VIN to determine the type of headlight system in your vehicle.

All headlamps rely on reflectors in the lamp housing to focus the headlight bulbs. This allows the most useful pattern of light to be cast onto the roadway. Halogen bulbs have a gas that allows for additional light. HID bulbs use two electrodes within the bulb that charge the gas to produce the light. LED bulbs operate at a lower temperature and the light shown on the road tends to be lower than HID bulbs. All headlights are designed to provide a well lit driving path when natural sunlight is not enough.

When to replace headlight bulbs?

  • Bulb is blown out. All of the various headlight bulb types are replaced if the bulb itself has failed. This is the most common scenario.
  • Bulb has dimmed. Some bulb types, particularly halogen bulbs, will produce significantly less light output as the bulb filament ages from use. LED and HID lighting do not dim with age and thus are generally only serviced if the light source has failed.
  • Headlight circuit fails. Note that in some cases, the bulbs are not the underlying issue that leads to the need for replacements. Instead wiring to the bulb, terminal connections, bulb sockets, and system components could be the underlying problem.

How do mechanics replace headlight bulbs?

  • Halogen bulbs and sealed beams, which are generally modular plug in components, are accessible once the hood is raised.
  • The replacement procedure for LED and HID bulbs will depend on whether the light source itself is faulty or if it’s a component in the circuit. Removal procedures for sophisticated HID and LED systems vary by car model and mechanics follow the repair procedures in the factory service manual for your model.
  • For all bulb types, wiring and bulb sockets must be carefully inspected when replacing bulbs to ensure that the electrical connections are complete and secure.
  • Finally, the installed newly bulbs are turned on to ensure normal operation.

Is it safe to drive with a headlight problem?

Headlights must always be fully functional after dusk to drive safely. Should your car have a failed headlight and is driven only when there is adequate daylight, you can put off the repair until it is convenient. Working headlights are required by law in throughout the U.S. whenever the car is used on public roads from sunset to sunrise and in many other specified conditions as well, such as when it is raining or when visibility is reduced due to smoke, fog, or other factors.

When replacing headlights keep in mind:

  • If a bulb does not have a visible filament that can inspected and tested, a mechanic might first test to see if there is power to the bulb. This is most applicable if your car has LED or HID lighting, which can fail if electronics in the circuit is faulty.
  • Halogen lamps and sealed beams should be replaced in pairs so that illumination levels are equal on both sides of the car.
  • Plastic lenses on many headlights degrade over time. Should there not be any issues with the bulbs, these can be replaced to restore your vehicle’s lighting system to a like new condition.
  • The condition of bulb sockets, the ground connection, fuses, and all components of the headlight circuit are important to proper and reliable functioning of the headlights and a mechanic should consider those aspects.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(11)

Rating Summary
11
0
0
0
0
11
0
0
0
0

Attila

20 years of experience
1104 reviews
Attila
20 years of experience
BMW 428i xDrive L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
Very professional and friendly, nice service.

Alexander

20 years of experience
2 reviews
Alexander
20 years of experience
BMW 428i xDrive L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
He is professional and friendly and very patient. Not only did he do the job well, but he didn't bother others. Finally, he gave me some safety advice, that is, to change the tires in the winter and made a good recommendation. I am very satisfied with his service.

Mathew

7 years of experience
118 reviews
Mathew
7 years of experience
BMW 428i xDrive L4-2.0L Turbo - Brake Pads Replacement (Front) - Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
This is the second time I’ve book Mathew. He is friendly and a great mechanic. I look forward to booking him again.

Omar

13 years of experience
287 reviews
Omar
13 years of experience
BMW 428i xDrive L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Deerfield Beach, Florida
Omar was on time, fast, and friendly, and professional. So glad he was my mechanic today. I will definitely use this service again.

Excellent Rating

(11)

Rating Summary
11
0
0
0
0
11
0
0
0
0
Number of BMW 428i xDrive services completed
121+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

P0646 OBD-II Trouble Code: A/C Clutch Relay Control Circuit Low
P0646 Code means The PCM has registered a fault in the A/C clutch relay control circuit due to a defective control relay or driver, or faulty wiring.
Disabled Driver Laws and Permits in Arkansas
The The rules for obtaining disabled driver status differ by state. The following are some of the qualifications you must possess in the state of Arkansas to obtain disabled driver status. How do I know if I qualify for disabled...
Industry News for Automotive Techs: July 20-26
Automotive technician jobs need mechanics trained in computer technology. Anti vibration parts and electric motor magnets are some new car technology.

Radiator leaking from crack in top

This is pretty common. The metal gets very thin from cooling system wear, and the tank cannot hold the pressure any more and splits. I recommend replacing the radiator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/radiator-replacement) and testing the complete system for any other problems.

Gas pedal pressed to floor before car accelerates

Hello, we will be happy to assist you. I would suggest that you have a technician use a capable scan tool to perform a function test on the vehicle. Doing so will test most of the sensors on the vehicle...

2021 Lincoln Navigator. Vehicle pulls hard to left on express when in left lane. Mechanic is trying to say it is normal in a navigator and the crown of the road is the reason. I get the crown of road theory but it has a sognificant pull.

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com