B12C615 - Bulb for high-mount brake light Leon MK3

[extremo7]

Hey guys

I have the following code on the central eletrics 09 unit

car is a Leon mk3 280

B12C615 - Bulb for high-mount brake light
Open circuit/short circuit to B+
static

I’ve researched a bit and found out the problem may be fixed by a software update.
Any other solution available that you guys may know ?

thanks in advance

 

[ViperSlider]

Have you checked the actual brake light to ensure it's working and not flickering out?

 

[extremo7]

Yes mate it works as it should , no burnt Leds too

 

[PaulusB]

I confirm i have the same fault now and then on my 280. All lights working ok.

 

[PaulusB]

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Audi USA had a same problem in 2014 my car is also 2014

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/SB-10066442-2280.pdf