Led Reverse Light

**yjypm** · 05-19-2016 12:59 PM

One of my USP led reverse lights died after three months. Can someone recommend a pair of quality ones?
Thanks!

Update: just received Amazon ones, one day shipping is amazing...
They come a bit smaller than USP ones, and they don't have the lens on the side as the USP ones do.

Here's a picture of the USP reverse led,I forgot to take a picture of the amazon ones, but they are smaller and have no lens.

So I installed the left Amazon reverse light.

The light output is very similar to USP and from my human eye, the brightness is the same.
However, the USP seems to have a higher temperature (whiter) but it's hard to tell from naked eyes. (Don't be fooled by the picture, they look exactly the same from naked eyes in terms of brightness and color temperature. )
You can only tell the difference from a crappy low light iPhone picture or when the light projects onto a wall.

Overall, $20 for led reverse lights is pretty decent, the quality seems pretty good based on the 300+ reviews on Amazon.
I might call USP to replace the broken led and return the Amazon ones, but for anyone who's looking for a pair of led reverse lights Amazon is a great option.

Here is the link (Thanks whiped!):

Originally Posted by whiped

This, USP has great customer service and I imagine the lights have a *1 year guaranty or something similar.

If not, I have this $20 pair off amazon that works well: http://www.amazon.com/Alla-Lighting-.../dp/B012CQX8LC

**infinkc** · 05-19-2016 01:12 PM

Have them replace them. My ebay ones are going strong for well over a year.

**whiped** · 05-19-2016 01:18 PM

Originally Posted by infinkc

Have them replace them. My ebay ones are going strong for well over a year.

This, USP has great customer service and I imagine the lights have a *1 year guaranty or something similar.

If not, I have this $20 pair off amazon that works well: http://www.amazon.com/Alla-Lighting-.../dp/B012CQX8LC

**yjypm** · 05-19-2016 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by whiped

This, USP has great customer service and I imagine the lights have a *1 year guaranty or something similar.

If not, I have this $20 pair off amazon that works well: http://www.amazon.com/Alla-Lighting-.../dp/B012CQX8LC

Yea I know I can get a replacement but it's really a pita if the replacement dies again in 3 months. I'll try yours. One day shipping is nice to have.

**whiped** · 05-19-2016 01:54 PM

Originally Posted by yjypm

Yea I know I can get a replacement but it's really a pita if the replacement dies again in 3 months. I'll try yours. One day shipping is nice to have.

You should take a side by side picture so I can know what the visual difference is in case I need replacements in the future.

**yjypm** · 05-19-2016 01:56 PM

Originally Posted by whiped

You should take a side by side picture so I can know what the visual difference is in case I need replacements in the future.

Difference between yours and the USP one? Yeah I will.

**whiped** · 05-19-2016 01:58 PM

Originally Posted by yjypm

Difference between yours and the USP one? Yeah I will.

Yes, I can find lots of stock -> others, not many comparing aftermarket solutions.

**yjypm** · 05-19-2016 01:59 PM

Originally Posted by whiped

Yes, I can find lots of stock -> others, not many comparing aftermarket solutions.

I ordered one day shipping and will post on the weekend.

**grovlet** · 05-20-2016 01:57 PM

My USPs melted themselves (lenses came off the boards) - but the replacements have been rock solid for over a year now..... I'm guessing like any other manufacturing product there are a few bad apples - but they have a LIFETIME warranty - so why not call USP?

Heck - I didn't even bother to call - just sent an e-mail to them on a Sunday (when they were not even open) and got an e-mail bright and early Monday AM - my replacements were on their way - couldn't ask for any better service

**yjypm** · 05-20-2016 02:03 PM

Originally Posted by grovlet

My USPs melted themselves (lenses came off the boards) - but the replacements have been rock solid for over a year now..... I'm guessing like any other manufacturing product there are a few bad apples - but they have a LIFETIME warranty - so why not call USP?

Heck - I didn't even bother to call - just sent an e-mail to them on a Sunday (when they were not even open) and got an e-mail bright and early Monday AM - my replacements were on their way - couldn't ask for any better service

That's a class leading service. I will compare the Amazon ones and try to see if the Amazon ones are better. If not, I will definitely contact USP.

**Nightkiller6** · 05-20-2016 09:23 PM

I would call USP. I placed a big order of various led lights from them and other items and they put 8 extra interior bulbs and 2 extra reverse lights. I dont know if it was an accident or not but I am not complaining...

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**yjypm** · 05-21-2016 06:07 AM

Updated with comparison, thanks everyone who helped me!

**whiped** · 05-21-2016 11:07 AM

Thank you for the pictures

I do agree that the USP ones look more white at least in the picture and the build quality seems better.

At the end of the day you get what you pay for. You've already paid for the USP ones so I would request a new pair and either keep them as backups or return the Amazon ones.

**6V0N1N** · 05-22-2016 05:42 PM

Hey fellas, can someone direct me towards install instructions for the reverse lights on the b8.5? I can't seem to find one. Thanks in advance.

**whiped** · 05-22-2016 05:54 PM

Edit: here is a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhhZBUx-DKY

**14S4GWM** · 05-22-2016 06:32 PM

Originally Posted by 6V0N1N

Hey fellas, can someone direct me towards install instructions for the reverse lights on the b8.5? I can't seem to find one. Thanks in advance.

It's simple, unscrew the square plug and pull the light out. You don't have to do everything in that video. The bulb will unscrew from the housing by itself.

**Sniper260687** · 05-22-2016 09:16 PM

Amazon lights no warning faulty code?

**6V0N1N** · 05-22-2016 09:16 PM

Doh, mistake on my part.

I thought the reverse light was in the other light cluster, attached to the trunk. I even took the whole housing off when I tried to switch out the leds a few weeks ago. Glad I gave up before doing some real damage. Thanks again.

**whiped** · 05-22-2016 09:38 PM

Originally Posted by Sniper260687

Amazon lights no warning faulty code?

So far so good

**adro830** · 05-22-2016 09:57 PM

Don't buy these from eBay, they will throw a error, they work but throw both errors.

Halogen left vs led right

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**yjypm** · 05-23-2016 01:11 AM

Originally Posted by Sniper260687

Amazon lights no warning faulty code?

Not at all.

**yjypm** · 05-23-2016 01:13 AM

Originally Posted by adro830

Don't buy these from eBay, they will throw a error, they work but throw both errors.

Halogen left vs led right

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These look exactly like Amazon ones, but Amazon ones have no error. Might because those eBay ones have more resistance?

**Gunnark100** · 05-23-2016 01:29 AM

Originally Posted by adro830

Don't buy these from eBay, they will throw a error, they work but throw both errors.

Disable bulbcheck with vcds.

**adro830** · 05-23-2016 02:07 AM

Thanks for the input guys, I bought some cheap ones from China. I'm looking for cheap but good LED'S for our reverse lights, eventually I might just buy those from Amazon or USP . I'm waiting on these and I will most def let you guys know of the outcome!

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**whiped** · 05-23-2016 08:43 AM

I double checked last night and can confirm there is no bulb error on the amazon ones in my car.

Note: I also just learned that the B8's speedo goes up to 200 while mine only goes up to 160(B8.5). WTF Audi.

**TappaNuKegga** · 05-23-2016 09:13 AM

Originally Posted by adro830

Don't buy these from eBay, they will throw a error, they work but throw both errors.

Halogen left vs led right

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Can anybody recommend any good and cheap front turn-signal LEDs?

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**whiped** · 05-23-2016 09:26 AM

Originally Posted by TappaNuKegga

Can anybody recommend any good and cheap front turn-signal LEDs?

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http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...1#post11557102

The bulbs linked there are out of stock but, should be a good reference

I believe these are the same ones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/361292938084

Note: Only for B8.5

**TappaNuKegga** · 05-23-2016 10:06 AM

Originally Posted by whiped

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...1#post11557102

The bulbs linked there are out of stock but, should be a good reference

I believe these are the same ones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/361292938084

Note: Only for B8.5

Well it's a good thing I have a B8.5!

Awesome thanks a lot.

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**whiped** · 05-23-2016 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by TappaNuKegga

Well it's a good thing I have a B8.5!

Awesome thanks a lot.

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Just a heads up, I ordered a pair from the above ebay link, I will let you know how they work.

**TappaNuKegga** · 05-23-2016 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by whiped

Just a heads up, I ordered a pair from the above ebay link, I will let you know how they work.

You're the man, I'll hold off ordering for now.

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**macattac** · 05-23-2016 12:31 PM

Don't you get can bus error messages? I've tried some can bus leds but still get errors

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**whiped** · 05-23-2016 01:22 PM

Originally Posted by macattac

Don't you get can bus error messages? I've tried some can bus leds but still get errors

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No errors, did a full scan last night just to be sure.

I've replaced interior, puddle, reverse and fog lights so far.

**BigBluu** · 05-23-2016 01:24 PM

I got the Philips ones below from Amazon, thanks to a recommendation from another member (sorry, can't remember who). No issues at all and no error messages, 6+ months now.

Philips 921 White Vision LED Back-up light (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2D41OQ..._SF1qxbXAB3VRX

**adro830** · 05-23-2016 01:50 PM

Originally Posted by BigBluu

I got the Philips ones below from Amazon, thanks to a recommendation from another member (sorry, can't remember who). No issues at all and no error messages, 6+ months now.

Philips 921 White Vision LED Back-up light (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2D41OQ..._SF1qxbXAB3VRX

Show some pictures, would love to see how they look at night!

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**yjypm** · 05-23-2016 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by BigBluu

I got the Philips ones below from Amazon, thanks to a recommendation from another member (sorry, can't remember who). No issues at all and no error messages, 6+ months now.

Philips 921 White Vision LED Back-up light (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2D41OQ..._SF1qxbXAB3VRX

If it's authentic Philips, it must be pretty reliable. I should have bought this.

**whiped** · 05-23-2016 01:54 PM

Originally Posted by yjypm

If it's authentic Philips, it must be pretty reliable. I should have bought this.

That's kind of what I was thinking, sorry

**yjypm** · 05-23-2016 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by whiped

That's kind of what I was thinking, sorry

No problem. I got USP sent me the replacement today. I am going to return the Amazon ones anyway.

**whiped** · 05-23-2016 02:32 PM

Originally Posted by yjypm

No problem. I got USP sent me the replacement today. I am going to return the Amazon ones anyway.

Good to know USP took care of you.

I ordered the Philips ones and will be keeping whatever one looks better and return the other.

I will post my results when they come in.

**yjypm** · 05-23-2016 02:33 PM

Originally Posted by whiped

Good to know USP took care of you.

I ordered the Philips ones and will be keeping whatever one looks better and return the other.

I will post my results when they come in.

USP guys are really nice. They got my email and picture and send me the replacement without asking a word.