Top Mechanics For Brake Light Switch Replacement & Repairs
40 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Harwich , 10 years of experience
Has your car broken down? Trying to find a reliable mechanic? We will send our mechanic to repair your vehicle. No matter how big or small the repair work is, we will do our best to get your car back in work...
46 Reviews
Garage in Enfield, 14 years of experience
Operating in the car and motorcycle maintenance market for over 14 years. We are always looking for the best way to improve our techniques and services to help take care of our customers. Call or message us ...
STUART • 18th May 2022
208 Reviews
Garage in Sheffield , 30 years of experience
Multibrand master techs in house / experience in all major german brand vehicles including prestigious cars, RAC Approved Garage
272 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Coventry , 14 years of experience
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Combined. Mechanic level 2 Stratford College. London. Auto electrician Diagnosis. Alison Graduate. Ford Dagenham London. Auto windscreen coventry. Auto windscreen electricia...
416 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Aylesford, 10 years of experience
I started by studying my BTEC Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Repair & Advanced Technology at Mid Kent College. After gaining my qualifications I started helping out in the families wedding car business and that gr...
209 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Mansfield , 30 years of experience
I began my career Zimbabwe as a motor mechanic and spent around 6 years here before coming across to the UK. I have worked for Jaguar and Aston Martin among others and contracted to different franchised deal...
DAVID • 21st October 2017
Vauxhall/Opel Combo-C • Stop lamps switch replacement
301 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Colchester, years of experience
COLIN • 20th October 2017
Volkswagen Beetle • Stop lamps switch replacement
114 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Westerham, 7 years of experience
Worked in a independent garage in Lewisham. Briefly at Kwik Fit. Ford main Dealership 3 years. Range Rover main dealer 2-3 months.
SEAN • 7th September 2017
490 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Birmingham, 20 years of experience
I began my career with Formula 1 Auto Centres as a tyre & exhaust fitter for around 1 year. I wanted to gain my proper qualifications so I studied at college to gain my NVQ Level 2 and 3 and subsequently I...
211 Reviews
Garage in Heywood, 25 years of experience
I have 25+ years of overall work experience in the car repair industry. I began with my apprenticeship in 87-88 and did a great deal of painting/mechanical work on cars. I learned a great deal about the indu...
JOHN • 30th May 2017
Nissan Qashqai/Qashqai+2 • Stop lamps switch replacement
85 Reviews
Garage in Cardiff, 20 years of experience
Cardiff Trade Centre is an amalgamation with Speedo Auto which was previously trading for over 10 years. The new business began trading in 2014. We operate a 4 ramp workshop with 7 staff and carry out all re...
335 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Shepperton , 13 years of experience
I've been a mechanic since I left school in 2003. I've been self employed since September 2016. I offer full mechanical services on all makes/model of vehicle. I pride myself in the work I undertake and make...
LEIGH • 17th April 2017
970 Reviews
Garage in Caterham, 14 years of experience
I have 8 years of experience in the automotive repair industry. I did my apprenticeship at a garage in London and have done mechanical work ever since. I worked at a garage for a few years after the apprenti...
DEBORAH • 16th April 2017
127 Reviews
Garage in Clacton On Sea, 16 years of experience
It's Paul from Express Auto Services. I began my career at Ford main dealership which is where I completed my apprenticeship and was with the business for over 3 years. I have worked as a technician at nu...
ANDREW • 3rd September 2016
Vauxhall/Opel Tigra-B • Stop lamps switch replacement
26 Reviews
Garage in Cambridgeshire, 29 years of experience
I have been in the trade for over 29 years, most of those years have been spent at the one garage as I have been loyal to the team as they looked after me over the years. I completed my apprenticeship at the...
SHAREN • 1st September 2016
BMW 3 Series • Stop lamps switch replacement
Frequently asked questions about brake light switch replacement & repairs
Read our answers to questions about brake light switch replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a brake light switch replacement involve?
- Mechanic will inspect the brake light system and corresponding switch.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the faulty brake light switch.
- Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
- Mechanic will test the lights again to ensure the light functions properly.
Can I do a brake light switch replacement myself?
Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a brake light switch replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.
What are the symptoms of a bad brake light switch?
- When none of the brake lights work and the fuses and bulbs have been checked.
- The brake lights remain on, even without the pedal being depressed.
- If one brake light works though, no matter how many others do not, it is not the brake light switch at fault.
How long will a brake light switch replacement take?
A brake light switch replacement usually takes around 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
Can you still drive with a faulty brake light switch?
Driving with either the brake lights remaining on or none of the brake lights turning on is not only dangerous, it is against the law as well, so it’s a repair that you need to get done as soon as you are made aware of the issue.
How often should I replace the brake light switch?
There are no serviceable elements in a brake light switch, so if one becomes faulty, it is simply replaced. Should your brake lights cease to function in their entirety then the main cause will be a faulty switch. This can also be the case if your brake lights fail to switch off, even though there is no pressure on the brake pedal.
How common is a brake light switch replacement?
It happens occasionally, but a brake light switch replacement is not a frequent issue.
How does a brake light switch work?
The brake light switch is usually a simple on/off switch that completes the electrical circuit to the lamps that is activated by the brake pedal. When the brake pedal is in the up position, the brake light switch will be off, just like a lamp switch in the house. When the brake pedal is pressed down, this releases the plunger in the switch and the contacts meet to complete the electric circuit to the brake lights.
In some vehicles it is a simple push in and twist plunger switch but in other it can be more complex than that.
How much does a brake light switch replacement cost?
On average, a typical brake light switch replacement costs £80. Ultimately, the cost of replacing the brake light switch depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having a brake light replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!
Check out the ClickMechanic price for a brake light switch replacement. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price. These estimates may include Stop lamps switch.
| Name | Average Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Citroen | £100 | Get exact price |
| Ford | £76 | Get exact price |
| Nissan | £102 | Get exact price |
| Peugeot | £69 | Get exact price |
| Renault | £106 | Get exact price |
| Toyota | £90 | Get exact price |
| Vauxhall | £113 | Get exact price |
| Volkswagen | £100 | Get exact price |
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a brake light switch replacement, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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Mechanics that undertake brake light switch work
- AP Motor Services, Trowbridge
- Aar Servicing And Accident Repair Group, Birmingham
- B.M Mechanical, Rame
- Electric Motion Ltd, Bradford
- Fylde Coast Mobile Mechanics LTD, Thornton-Cleveleys
- Hiq Ashford, Ashford
- Mark And Son's, Hitchin
- Matts Mobile Mechanics, Abergavenny
- Morgan Autos, England
- Niche Autos Ltd, Wakefield
- OPI MOTORSPORT, Southampton
- RICCARDO S, Bracknell
- Redburn Mot & Service Centre, Northumberland
- TJD Automotive Repairs, Stratford Upon Avon.
- The Sussex Mobile Mechanic, Chichester
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