Original BMW Third Brake Light (Red Lens) for BMW E82 and E88 128i, 135i, 135is, and 1 Series M (2008–2013)

Mounted high at the rear of the E82 coupe and E88 convertible, this Original BMW third brake light, part 63-25-7-164-978, is the center high-mount stop lamp for the 2008–2013 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is, and 1 Series M. It comes with a red lens. A third brake light sits higher than the left and right brake lights to give drivers behind an extra warning when the brakes are applied. BMW calls the part a third stoplamp, and production of this number began in August 2007. It is made in Italy.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

BMW uses this one lamp on both the coupe and the convertible 1 Series bodies, so the body style does not change the part number. Engine choice does not change it either. BMW applies it to the N52N, N51, N54, and N55 engines, and to the N54T in the 1 Series M Coupe. If the lamp stays dark under braking, the cause could be a burned-out bulb, a bad LED module, faulty wiring, or a blown fuse. A dim or flickering lamp often points to poor electrical contact or corroded connectors.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW
• Part number: 63-25-7-164-978
• BMW part name: Third stoplamp
• Lens: red
• Body styles: E82 coupe and E88 convertible
• Production start: August 2007
• Made in Italy
• Sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months

Common Questions

Does this fit both the coupe and the convertible?
Yes. BMW applies it to the E82 coupe and the E88 convertible.

My third brake light only partly lights. Is the lamp bad?
Partial illumination on an LED strip light shows as an uneven light pattern, with some sections working while others fail. A completely dark lamp can also come from wiring or a blown fuse.

PMB carries this factory lamp for E82 and E88 owners who want the rear end lit correctly.

Fitment & Compatibility

Confirm your model year and submodel against the table below before ordering. PMB Performance has spent over 20 years matching parts to vehicles and can verify this against your VIN.