BMW 3 Series E92 LCi 1 Rear Interior Brake Third Stoplamp Stop Lamp 7174628

The BMW E92 Third Brake Light is an original rear lighting component designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. It provides clear, additional braking indication, improving the visibility of light signals for drivers behind. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain factory functionality and a consistent look for the rear of their BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7174628-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7174628
• Substitutable numbers: 7174628, 63257174628, 63257146059, 7146059, 63257146057, 7146057
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the BMW E92 Third Brake Light

The presented third brake light is dedicated to the BMW E92 body style and is mounted on the rear of the vehicle. Its purpose is to provide additional, high-mounted braking indication, which increases the car's visibility in traffic. This allows drivers behind to react faster to speed changes, contributing to safer vehicle operation.

This component is particularly important in situations such as:

• driving in dense urban traffic,
• traveling in difficult weather conditions (rain, fog, dusk),
• frequent braking on expressways and highways.

Technical Characteristics and Fitment for BMW

The third brake light has been designed as a part compliant with BMW factory standards, ensuring proper fitment to the E92 body lines and correct integration with the vehicle's electrical system. Its placement on the vehicle, specified as the rear, means the component integrates with the rear bodywork, maintaining the car's original appearance.

Thanks to the use of original design:

• compatibility with factory wiring is maintained,
• installation does not require modifications to the electrical system,
• the light operates as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

Condition of the Part and Benefits of Choosing Used OEM

The offered BMW E92 third brake light is from the group of original BMW parts and is a used component. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between quality and purchase cost – you retain factory fitment and operating parameters while limiting expenses compared to a new component.

Choosing a used OEM part is particularly cost-effective when you prioritize:

• maintaining the original appearance of the rear bodywork,
• certainty regarding compatibility with a specific BMW E92 version,
• a sensible budget for repairs or restoring lighting.

If you want to better understand how to use used components in car servicing and in which situations they are most cost-effective, it's worth reading the guide on rising repair costs and saving on used parts.

Practical Application and Replacement Scenarios

The third brake light in the BMW E92 is worth replacing when symptoms such as no illumination, flickering, cracked lens, or leaks causing fogging appear. A functional component restores proper braking indication, which is important for both safety and compliance with traffic regulations.

Typical situations where this component is sought after include:

• repairs after a rear-end collision,
• mechanical damage or housing cracks,
• lighting operation issues reported by the onboard computer.

Related Components and Technical Knowledge Development

When modernizing or repairing the lighting system, it's worth paying attention to design differences between individual model lines and equipment versions. This is well illustrated by sports variants of other brands – for example, Audi RS models use modified braking and suspension systems, which also affects the requirements for lighting and electronics. If you are interested in the broader context of differences between standard and sports versions, you can read the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What's Under the Hood and Chassis?.

If, during servicing of the BMW's rear bodywork, you also plan to replace other components related to lighting or mounting, and you want to stick with solutions compliant with factory standards, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.