Mercedes Tail Light - Magneti Marelli 1179060101

Product Information

A tail light assembly is the housing and all associated components of a vehicle’s rear lighting system. It typically includes the tail light lens, bulbs (for tail lights, brake lights, reverse lights, and turn signals), as well as reflectors. The tail light assembly is essential for ensuring that other drivers can see your vehicle from behind, especially in low-visibility conditions, and for communicating your driving intentions such as braking or turning.

• Cracked or Damaged Lens: Physical damage to the tail light assembly can allow moisture or dirt to enter, leading to bulb failure or corrosion in the wiring. If the lens is cracked or broken, it should be replaced to prevent further damage.
• Corrosion or Water Damage: If the light housing is not properly sealed or has been damaged, water can get inside, causing corrosion to the electrical contacts and wires. This can result in a malfunctioning light, and you might see moisture buildup inside the lens.
• Burnt-Out Bulbs: Tail light assemblies may fail due to frequent bulb burnouts. This could be caused by excessive vibration, poor-quality bulbs, or electrical issues in the wiring harness

About Magneti Marelli

For over 100 years Magneti Marelli has excelled at the design and manufacture of hi-tech automotive systems including acting as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) of lighting systems for all major car manufacturers worldwide including Audi, BMW, Honda, Land Rover, Mercedes, Toyota and Volvo. The lighting division of Magneti Marelli is located in Reutlingen, Germany where they design the lighting as well as the manufacturing process. Then there are 16 manufacturing factories globally where they manufacture headlights, turn signals, light bulb signals, and tail lights. Magneti Marelli brand OE lighting equipment may be packaged underneath Marelli's brand Automotive Lighting after to recent merger with Calsonic Kansei in 2019, and restructuring of the branding to suit new OE technological progress.