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Fog Light Replacement

Replace a burned-out fog light bulb or a cracked fog light unit mounted low in the bumper.

Difficulty: easy~0.31 hrs30–60 minutes
Estimated total
$50–475
Parts$15–300
Labor$35–175
Labor time0.31 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

We replace the fog light bulb, or the complete fog light unit if the lens is cracked or the housing has failed. Because fog lights sit low in the bumper, they take a beating from road debris and potholes, and access often means removing the wheel liner or lower bumper trim.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • One or both fog lights don't come on
  • Cracked or smashed fog light lens
  • Fog light full of water
  • Fog lights flicker on rough roads
If you delay

A cracked fog light lets water into the socket and wiring, which can blow the fuse for other lights on the same circuit.

Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
Related

Often done together.