CC-ID-118moderate severityBody
Rear Light Right Failure
on 2021 BMW i3 Range Extender · RWD
What this code means
The right rear light has failed or is drawing incorrect current. Detected by the lighting control module (FRM/BDC) monitoring bulb circuits.
Symptoms
- Warning message on dashboard
- Right rear light not illuminating
- Reduced rear visibility to other drivers
Common causes
- Burned-out rear bulb
- Corroded bulb socket or connector
- Blown fuse for rear lighting circuit
- Faulty lighting control module
Diagnostic steps
- Inspect right rear bulb for failure
- Check socket and wiring for corrosion
- Test circuit fuse and voltage
- Scan lighting module for fault codes
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Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0009
Rear Center Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment