Just replaced the both the left and right rear lamp assemblies on my 1999 VT Commodore. Why? Because the bulb holders had cracked and were starting to fall apart, meaning we had been left without tail or brake lights.

Now, I accept that the car is almost seven years old, and parts fail. But I get concerned when the bulbs last longer than the bulb holders. Then, the guy in spare parts said that:

• he wasn’t surprised we were replacing them
• that they sold a lot of the assemblies
• pointed out that the new ones were a totally different design and material to the originals

Obviously, there is a problem, which can result in a serious safety hazard. Holden, do the right thing and get these things recalled and checked.