Dorman 601-050 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Ballast
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Dorman 601-050 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Ballast

Brand Dorman 601-050
Body Color Silver
Body Length 3.5
Body Material Aluminum
Body Thickness 1
Body Width 1.5
Connector Quantity 1
Electronic Component Replacement Type Complete Control Module
Installation Hardware Included No
Package Contents 1 High Intensity Discharge Igniter
Terminal Quantity 20
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 0
Wiring Harness Included No
Fits Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Mazda, Mini, Audi, BMW, and Land Rover · 225 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Matches original ballast fit and performance for proper headlight function.

Aluminum housing. Lightweight construction helps protect the electronic module.

Complete control module. Restores HID lighting operation with a single integrated unit.

Cross-references 1T0907391, 2038202526 and 63127176068 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 601-050 HID Ballast for OE-Style Headlight Repair

Dorman 601-050 is a high-intensity discharge lighting ballast built to match the fit and performance of the original HID control unit on specified vehicles. It restores proper headlight operation when the factory ballast fails, helping bring back consistent HID output on Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mini, Mazda, and Land Rover applications.

Key Features

  • OE-style replacement HID ballast for exterior lighting repair
  • Aluminum housing with silver finish for a factory-style layout
  • Complete control module replacement type for direct system restoration
  • Single connector design with blade terminals
  • Designed for vehicles equipped with HID headlights and control modules or control units
  • Part number 601-050 for easy identification during ordering and service

Detailed Description

This Dorman HID ballast is engineered for vehicles that use a high-intensity discharge headlight system and need a replacement for the original ballast or control module. It is a direct-fit electrical component for many Mercedes-Benz C-Class, CLK-Class, SL-Class, and CL-Class applications, along with select Volkswagen Jetta, GTI, R32, Audi TT, BMW 3 Series, Mini Cooper, Mazda 6, and Range Rover models. The compact aluminum body is sized for the original mounting location, and the module is built to restore normal headlight function after ballast failure. If you are searching for a Dorman 601-050 HID ballast for Mercedes-Benz C230, C350, or Volkswagen GTI lighting repair, this part is built for that type of service.

This part cross-references OE numbers such as 1T0907391 and 63127176068 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

  • One headlight not turning on after HID ballast failure
  • Intermittent HID lamp operation or startup issues
  • Dim, flickering, or unstable headlight output
  • Faulty control module causing loss of low-beam HID function
  • Need for an OE-style replacement after water, heat, or age-related damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original ballast or control module connector style, mounting location, and vehicle-specific notes before installation. This part uses a blade terminal design and a single connector, and some applications require a 20-pin connector or HID headlight configuration as listed in the fitment data. Confirm the exact year, make, model, and lighting package for Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mini, Mazda, or Land Rover vehicles before replacing the module.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this HID lighting ballast to match the fit and performance of the original component so the headlight system can be restored with a serviceable replacement part.

Compatible Vehicles

  • Fits 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz C180, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
  • Fits 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz C200, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
  • Fits 2011-2017 Mercedes-Benz C180, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2010-2017 Mercedes-Benz C200, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora, N/A
  • Fits 2005-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
  • Fits 2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz C230, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK280, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK350, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK500, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK550, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI, N/A, Control Module
  • Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, N/A
  • Fits 2006-2008 Mazda 6, N/A
  • Fits 2006-2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK350, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2007-2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2005-2008 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2007-2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2005-2008 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2008 Volkswagen R32, N/A, Control Module
  • Fits 2003-2007 Mercedes-Benz C230, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2006-2007 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2006-2007 Mercedes-Benz C350, N/A
  • Fits 2005-2007 Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2007 Mercedes-Benz SL600, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2007 Mini Cooper, N/A, To 9/07
  • Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT, N/A
  • Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT Quattro, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2006 BMW 330Ci, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2006 BMW M3, N/A
  • Fits 2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL500, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL600, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2006 Mercedes-Benz S350, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2006 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2002-2006 Mini Cooper, N/A
  • Fits 2002-2005 BMW 320i, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330i, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330xi, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2005 BMW X3, N/A
  • Fits 2002-2005 Land Rover Range Rover, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C240, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C320, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2000-2004 Audi A3, N/A
  • Fits 2000-2004 Audi S3, N/A
  • Fits 2002-2004 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG, N/A, w/20 Pin Connector
  • Fits 2001-2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2001-2003 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2003 Audi S8, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2003 BMW 325i, N/A
  • Fits 2001-2003 BMW 325xi, N/A
  • Fits 2000-2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK430, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
  • Fits 2001-2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
  • Fits 2001 BMW 320i, N/A, Compatible with vehicles manufactured from September 2001.
  • Fits 2000 Audi A8, N/A, Control Unit; From VIN 4D-1-000 001
  • Fits 2000 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A, From VIN 4D-1-000 001; Control Module
  • Fits 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A, w/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit

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This part fits 225 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2019Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2019Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2018Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2018Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2017Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2017Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2016Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2016Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2015Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2015Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2014Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2014Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2013Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2013Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2012Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2012Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2011Mercedes-BenzC180———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2011Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2010Mercedes-BenzC200———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2010VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2010VolkswagenJetta———N/A—
2009Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2009Mercedes-BenzCLK280———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2009Mercedes-BenzCLK350———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2009Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2009Mercedes-BenzCLK550———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2009Mercedes-BenzCLK63 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2009Mercedes-BenzSL63 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2009VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2009VolkswagenGTI———N/AControl Module
2009VolkswagenJetta———N/A—
2009VolkswagenJetta City———N/A—
2008Mazda6———N/A—
2008Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2008Mercedes-BenzCLK280———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2008Mercedes-BenzCLK350———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2008Mercedes-BenzCLK550———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008Mercedes-BenzCLK63 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008Mercedes-BenzSL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008Mercedes-BenzSL550———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008Mercedes-BenzSL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2008VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2008VolkswagenGTI———N/AControl Module
2008VolkswagenJetta———N/A—
2008VolkswagenJetta City———N/A—
2008VolkswagenR32———N/AControl Module
2007Mazda6———N/A—
2007Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzC280———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzC350———N/A—
2007Mercedes-BenzC55 AMG———N/A—
2007Mercedes-BenzCLK280———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2007Mercedes-BenzCLK350———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2007Mercedes-BenzCLK550———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzCLK63 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzSL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzSL550———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzSL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007Mercedes-BenzSL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2007MiniCooper———N/ATo 9/07
2007VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2007VolkswagenGTI———N/AControl Module
2007VolkswagenJetta———N/A—
2007VolkswagenJetta City———N/A—
2006AudiTT———N/A—
2006AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2006BMW325Ci———N/A—
2006BMW330Ci———N/A—
2006BMWM3———N/A—
2006Mazda6———N/A—
2006Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzC280———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzC350———N/A—
2006Mercedes-BenzC55 AMG———N/A—
2006Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCLK350———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzS350———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzS65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzSL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzSL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzSL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006Mercedes-BenzSL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2006MiniCooper———N/A—
2006VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2006VolkswagenGTI———N/AControl Module
2006VolkswagenJetta———N/A—
2005AudiTT———N/A—
2005AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2005BMW320i———N/A—
2005BMW325Ci———N/A—
2005BMW330Ci———N/A—
2005BMW330i———N/A—
2005BMW330xi———N/A—
2005BMWM3———N/A—
2005BMWX3———N/A—
2005Land RoverRange Rover———N/A—
2005Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzC240———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzC320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzC55 AMG———N/A—
2005Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCLK320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMGCoupe——N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzSL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzSL55 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzSL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005Mercedes-BenzSL65 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2005MiniCooper———N/A—
2005VolkswagenBora———N/A—
2005VolkswagenJetta—2.5LL5N/A—
2004AudiA3———N/A—
2004AudiS3———N/A—
2004AudiTT———N/A—
2004AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2004BMW320i———N/A—
2004BMW325Ci———N/A—
2004BMW330Ci———N/A—
2004BMW330i———N/A—
2004BMW330xi———N/A—
2004BMWM3———N/A—
2004BMWX3———N/A—
2004Land RoverRange Rover———N/A—
2004Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzC240———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzC32 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzC320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzCL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzCLK320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMG———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2004Mercedes-BenzSL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004Mercedes-BenzSL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2004MiniCooper———N/A—
2003AudiA3———N/A—
2003AudiA8 Quattro———N/A—
2003AudiS3———N/A—
2003AudiS8———N/A—
2003AudiTT———N/A—
2003AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2003BMW320i———N/A—
2003BMW325Ci———N/A—
2003BMW325i———N/A—
2003BMW325xi———N/A—
2003BMW330Ci———N/A—
2003BMW330i———N/A—
2003BMW330xi———N/A—
2003BMWM3———N/A—
2003Land RoverRange Rover———N/A—
2003Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzC240———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzC32 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzC320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzCL600———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzCLK320Coupe——N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzCLK430———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2003Mercedes-BenzCLK500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMG———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2003Mercedes-BenzSL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2003MiniCooper———N/A—
2002AudiA3———N/A—
2002AudiA8 Quattro———N/A—
2002AudiS3———N/A—
2002AudiS8———N/A—
2002AudiTT———N/A—
2002AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2002BMW320i———N/A—
2002BMW325Ci———N/A—
2002BMW325i———N/A—
2002BMW325xi———N/A—
2002BMW330Ci———N/A—
2002BMW330i———N/A—
2002BMW330xi———N/A—
2002BMWM3———N/A—
2002Land RoverRange Rover———N/A—
2002Mercedes-BenzC230———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2002Mercedes-BenzC240———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2002Mercedes-BenzC32 AMG———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2002Mercedes-BenzC320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2002Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2002Mercedes-BenzCLK320———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2002Mercedes-BenzCLK430———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2002Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMG———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2002MiniCooper———N/A—
2001AudiA3———N/A—
2001AudiA8 Quattro———N/A—
2001AudiS3———N/A—
2001AudiS8———N/A—
2001AudiTT———N/A—
2001AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2001BMW320i———N/ACompatible with vehicles manufactured from September 2001.
2001BMW325Ci———N/A—
2001BMW325i———N/A—
2001BMW325xi———N/A—
2001BMW330Ci———N/A—
2001BMW330i———N/A—
2001BMW330xi———N/A—
2001BMWM3———N/A—
2001Mercedes-BenzC240———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2001Mercedes-BenzC320———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2001Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2001Mercedes-BenzCLK320———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2001Mercedes-BenzCLK430———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2001Mercedes-BenzCLK55 AMG———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Module
2000AudiA3———N/A—
2000AudiA8———N/AControl Unit; From VIN 4D-1-000 001
2000AudiA8 Quattro———N/AFrom VIN 4D-1-000 001; Control Module
2000AudiS3———N/A—
2000AudiTT———N/A—
2000AudiTT Quattro———N/A—
2000Mercedes-BenzCL500———N/Aw/20 Pin Connector
2000Mercedes-BenzCLK320———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
2000Mercedes-BenzCLK430———N/Aw/High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights; Control Unit
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
1T0907391203820252663127176068G22E510H3AR66007