BMW F20 F21 Third Stoplamp Rear Stop Lamp Brake Light Red 7241551

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 F21 Third Stoplamp Rear Stop Lamp Brake Light is an original component from the Main and center brake lights group, designed for installation in the rear body section of BMW 1 Series F20/F21 models. The red, centrally positioned brake light improves vehicle visibility, increasing safety during braking while maintaining the car's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7241551-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7241551
• Substitutable numbers: 7241551, 63257241551
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Third Brake Light Assembly
• Color: Red
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the third brake light

The presented brake lamp serves as an additional, elevated braking signal in the rear zone of the vehicle. Thanks to its mounting in the upper part of the tailgate or rear window, the light signal is more visible to drivers behind, even in heavy traffic and with limited visibility. The red lens color ensures a clear, regulation-compliant braking signal, and the design tailored to the BMW F20/F21 allows for stylistic consistency with the other lamps.

Construction, color scheme, and fitment for BMW

The lamp has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21, which translates into precise fitment with the bodywork and stable seating in the factory mounting location. The red lens is selected to harmonize with the stylistic line of the rear lamps, creating a uniform, aesthetic strip of light. This type of solution allows for maintaining the vehicle's original character without the need for modifications to the installation or bodywork elements.

Performance characteristics and installation benefits

The third brake light in the BMW F20/F21 is of significant importance for driving safety, especially in urban conditions and on expressways. An additional light point placed at the rear of the vehicle:

• increases the readability of the braking signal for vehicles behind,
• improves vehicle visibility in heavy traffic and poor weather conditions,
• reduces the risk of rear-end collisions during sudden braking.

The element from this lighting group is particularly useful when replacing a damaged lamp, performing post-accident repairs, or restoring a car to its factory specification. Original fitment for BMW facilitates installation and ensures correct light geometry.

Condition of the element and service application

The offered brake lamp is a used item, which makes it an attractive service solution for budget repairs or restoring lighting functionality after a collision. Choosing a used OEM component allows for maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory design while reducing costs compared to a new part. This is a practical solution both for workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for users servicing their own cars.

Expanding BMW lighting upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brake lamps, central light modules, or supplementary signal lamps, check the available parts in the Main and center brake lights BMW category.

For drivers interested in a broader car upgrade in terms of comfort and interior aesthetics, practical tips on selecting elements from the secondary market may be useful – you can find them in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses issues of compatibility, selection, and installation of used components.