[CtCarl]

Hey. I'm a new member here and I didn't want to start a new subject. I hope someone is still monitoring this subject.
2015 SXT...what type of bulb did the factory install? Halogen, LED, HID?
Mine is burnt out (checking the fuse also) and if needed, I will replace it.
Thanks

I suspect that you've got halogens. Check your owner's manual to be sure.

 

[BobCollette]

Your car could have either halogen or HID headlights depending upon the options it has. You can view the build sheet by using the link below. Just enter the vehicle's VIN after the = sign and press enter.

https://www.dodge.com/webselfservice/BuildSheetServlet?vin=

 

[GoMango392]

HID bulbs become less efficient as they age and require progressively higher voltage to "fire". That five-year-old bulbs might start to burn fuses isn't that surprising.

I agree and would rec. replacing the bulbs due to age prior to failing

 

[Destiny T]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

Thank you for posting! Experiencing this exact issue

 

[joshjoshjosh]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

OMG... thank you soooo much. Found this thread while shopping for 2 new HID bulbs.
Pulled both fuses.... both burnt
Saved me $$$

 

[Edgar Guerra]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

Thank you so much I was having the same issue even after I installed the new lights

 

[Joebishop1]

I sure wish I found this post before relacing the HID bulb. The fuse was loose in the fusebox ND it gor a little burned. I just replaced the fuse and my lights work again.

 

[Jon713tx]

Thank you this worked well

 

[DallasTx214]

Not bring up a old post (as I do) having same problem on passenger side changed fuse flickers than nothing. Sometimes it just randomly comes on, doesn’t blow fuses

 

[KolorOnMyNeckTat]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Wish I would have checked that before buying the headlights, but at least now I have a spare set...

Well my guy. You saved me a $400 bill because I read this. So, although you paid, you still shared some good in the world.

 

[Jdiaz6308]

I have a 2016 dodge charger r/t road and track and when I turn on my headlights they both come on, but then the right side passenger light cuts off after 10 - 20 seconds. So I checked the fuse and it is good .I swapped the relay and the light came on but went back off . Does anyone know about or have this problem? Could it be wiring? Ballast? It's not the bulb because I swapped it with the driver side and it worked perfect.

 

[Rob C.]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

So I have a 2017 Challenger RT, the right side headlight goes on and off, I checked the fuses, there are no fuses in the slots???
It says they are to be there but they are not, does anyone have a suggestion?

 

[Rob C.]

My passenger side HID lamp is out, there are no fuses to be replaced, although it shows where the fuses should be there are none??

 

[Sr107]

Found this while looking for the best way to access the HID bulb. Checked the fuses and now I will be returning the +$100 bulb I just purchased. Thank you!

 

[Zuffa]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

Just replaced my passenger side hid light and my fuse was melted no blown.

 

[Zuffa]

Just replaced my passenger side hid light and my fuse was melted not blown.

 

[Modern Prophet]

2017 Scat here, I was having the same issue. I replaced the melted and charred fuses. Lights work good as new now.

 

[iwdarts]

My driver side headlight started randomly going off recently, then completely failed. I assumed it was the bulb and was about to purchase some replacement HID bulbs. While searching, I found a video on YouTube of a guy with the same problem. Turns out the light wasn't bad, but the 20amp micro stubby fuses (#15 for the drivers side and #16 for passenger side) were melted. HE replaced his fuses and the lights worked, but he never explained what caused them to fail. So, I pulled fuse #15 and sure enough it was burned. I replaced it with a new replacement and my headlight works again. I don't know if anyone else has experienced this, but I wanted to share it so others can be aware of it. It's much cheaper to replace a $1.50 fuse than to replace the $68 HID bulb.

I had the same problem. Just checked and the fuse is fried. But I already changed the bulb. Oh well.

 

[Tylus]

Necro post. But I had to say thanks to everyone for this. My fuses looked “good” and even have good continuity. But my passenger Xenon wasn’t firing.

swapped them, and at the moment both are working.

seems the fuse works until it heats up, and then opens enough thermally to prevent operation. Never seen this before. Usually fuses just blow.
Anyways, appreciate the $180 savings

 

[Rad Man]

Thanks Guys for finding an posting this. Found the passenger fuse was melted on my '16. The bulbs are a pain to get too.

Rad