Some of today’s vehicles need major disassembly for bulb replacement.
Replacement may require removal of the headlamp to gain access to the bulbs, or removal of front fascia, belly pans, or wheel wells. This is why many dealerships send vehicles to the body shop for bulb replacement.
Service pros should keep this in mind when quoting a bulb replacement job. Check the labor rates first. As an example, some luxury car dealerships charge up to $1,000 just to remove and replace a headlamp.