LED DRL Changed To Yellow

[Tim29]

I recently observed that the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on my car have changed from white to yellow. Has anyone else experienced this issue? My car is nearly 2 yrs old, with only 8,600 miles on it. Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated.

 

[fred12345]

both of them? and what happens when indicator turn on? they work as normal?

 

[Tim29]

Yes both of them (left side photo attached with headlights on) . The indicators worked as normal though.

 

[fred12345]

Yes both of them (left side photo attached with headlights on) . The indicators worked as normal though.

check with your dealer whether they can fix it under the warranty. if I find something useful for you, I'll post it here

just to give you an idea what it could be -

CAUSE ... The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the headlight is damaged.
CORRECTION... Inspect and replace the affected LED module. Replace the headlight only if internal damage is found to the light tube.
...
based on your inspection:
Discoloration is present only on the LED module- Replace the affected LED module only, following ISTA/AIR repair instructions based on the vehicle model.
Discoloration is present on the LED module AND the light tube: Replace the complete headlight and the LED module, following ISTA/AIR repair instructions based on the vehicle model.

 

[Tim29]

check with your dealer whether they can fix it under the warranty. if I find something useful for you, I'll post it here

just to give you an idea what it could be -

CAUSE ... The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the headlight is damaged.
CORRECTION... Inspect and replace the affected LED module. Replace the headlight only if internal damage is found to the light tube.
...
based on your inspection:
Discoloration is present only on the LED module- Replace the affected LED module only, following ISTA/AIR repair instructions based on the vehicle model.
Discoloration is present on the LED module AND the light tube: Replace the complete headlight and the LED module, following ISTA/AIR repair instructions based on the vehicle model.

Thanks fred12345. My car is scheduled for its second service next month, and I'll bring up this issue with my dealer. I'm just surprised that it occurred on a low-mileage, two-year-old car, but hopefully, it's covered under warranty.

 

[fred12345]

Thanks fred12345. My car is scheduled for its second service next month, and I'll bring up this issue with my dealer. I'm just surprised that it occurred on a low-mileage, two-year-old car, but hopefully, it's covered under warranty.

Just to make sure, check whether it's actually the indicator that is glowing faintly? I can't figure out from your photos... Good luck with warranty, should be OK. I would call them in advance of service so they know what to order...

 

[Tim29]

Just to make sure, check whether it's actually the indicator that is glowing faintly? I can't figure out from your photos... Good luck with warranty, should be OK. I would call them in advance of service so they know what to order...

My dealership waited for the reply from the MG head office when they sent through the photos of both headlamps and has approved the warranty claim regarding the DRL’s turning yellow and appears to be fading, and they have ordered the replacement parts (pair of headlamps).
Everyone, please check yours too, as I've noticed 3 or 4 ZS’s with the same DRL’s issue on 22 and 72 plates while driving or sitting in traffic around London.

 

[Tread Softly Terran]

Just checked mine & they are also yellow. Thankyou for the heads up.

 

[fred12345]

Just checked mine & they are also yellow. Thankyou for the heads up.

post some photos, that helps the others. is it one or both?

 

[Tread Softly Terran]

Think I'm going (or gone) mad. Looked the last few days and each time they're white again???

 

[lcmorley]

My dealership waited for the reply from the MG head office when they sent through the photos of both headlamps and has approved the warranty claim regarding the DRL’s turning yellow and appears to be fading, and they have ordered the replacement parts (pair of headlamps).
Everyone, please check yours too, as I've noticed 3 or 4 ZS’s with the same DRL’s issue on 22 and 72 plates while driving or sitting in traffic around London.

Hi, could I ask which dealership that was please? We have spoken to Nathaniel in South Wales regarding the same problem and they are saying that MG are refusing to cover the headlights under warranty.

Hi, could I ask which dealership that was please? We have spoken to Nathaniel in South Wales regarding the same problem and they are saying the MG are refusing the cover the headlights under warranty.

As an aside, the car has 21000 miles and is just coming up to 3 years old.

 

[fred12345]

Hi, could I ask which dealership that was please? We have spoken to Nathaniel in South Wales regarding the same problem and they are saying that MG are refusing to cover the headlights under warranty.
As an aside, the car has 21000 miles and is just coming up to 3 years old.

Can't remember what is the warranty period for LED lamps but I have a feeling it's 1 year.

Have a look here
https://www.mg.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-02/MG_Online_Warranty_Statement_01_01_2025.pdf