Loss of Contact for Brake Light Bulb Holder if Lamp Housings Melt on Mercedes-Benz E300

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Brake lamp housings can melt, resulting in a loss of contact for the brake light bulb holder. If this happens, the brake light will not work. Replacement of the damaged lamp housing should correct this problem.

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Mercedes-Benz E300 vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 167,000 miles
(167,000 - 167,000)

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