On a flagship sedan, the tail lights do double duty: they are the legally required brake, turn, and reverse signals that keep the car visible and inspection-legal, and they are a large part of the rear styling that makes a W220 unmistakable at night. Each housing separates the signal, brake, and reverse functions into distinct lens zones, carries a passive reflector for unlit visibility, and seals against the trunk opening with a weatherproof gasket. These run standard halogen bulbs, so replacement is simple and the car's electronics stay untouched.
The live page's own FAQ lists the telltales accurately: lens cracks from parking impacts, fading and yellowing from two decades of sun, moisture inside the housing from failed seals, and dim output from oxidized sockets. Any of these is a fast inspection failure and a citation risk, and on a W220 a cloudy rear end ages the whole car. A clean matched pair restores both the safety function and the symmetry.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The driver and passenger side tail light housings with lenses and built-in reflectors. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Bulbs (transfer your halogen bulbs or buy new), bulb carriers if your year mounts them separately, and mounting nuts if corroded. |
| Tools You Need | Basic hand tools and trunk trim removal; this is one of the simpler jobs on a W220. |
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220) | 1999 to 2006, including S430, S500, S600, and AMG variants, year matched |
| Facelift note | The W220 facelift updated rear lamp details mid-run; we match your year's style |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W221, 2007+) | Different generation and lamps, not covered |
| Donor Reference | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
Call (240) 301-0095 with your VIN and year. We confirm the pre-facelift or facelift lamp style for your W220 and ship the matching pair.
These are used housings, inspected before shipping:
| Material | ABS plastic housing | polycarbonate lens |
|---|---|
| Lens Colors | Red and clear |
| Reflector | Built-in passive reflector |
| Water Resistance | Sealed | weatherproof design |
| Sold As | Driver and passenger pair |
| Application | Mercedes-Benz S-Class W220 | reference donor 1999 |
| Sku | vaz638 |
| Price | $149.00 |
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com.
