Headlight problem.

[lawhon45]

I am having a problem with the left headlight on my 2006 New Beetle Convertible. The light went out. I changed the bulb-it lasted one day-changed the bulb again and now it is out again. The first bulb I put in, that quit working, does not appear to be burnt out. Has anyone else had this experience? Should I get my bulbs only from a VW dealership?

Thanks,

[unrlmth]

Did you touch the bulb with your fingers? And no, you do not need to get your bulbs from the dealer. I don't have a specific bulb or store to buy from, but you can find replacements.

[lawhon45]

No I didn't touch the bulb with my bare hand, so I don't think that is the problem. Thanks for the reply.

[unrlmth]

Originally Posted by lawhon45

No I didn't touch the bulb with my bare hand, so I don't think that is the problem. Thanks for the reply.

Just making sure.

And its just the left low beam right?

[lawhon45]

No the entire light is off.

Thanks,

[schen72]

Our 2005 NBC had the left headlight going out intermittently. If I tapped it with my finger, it would often come back on. Turned out that the wiring harness for that headlight was slightly melted, so it was replaced under warranty.

[oceanjoe89]

I'll second checking the wiring harness on the headlight. Make sure it is secure and not melted or funny looking.