3 Reasons Your Golf Cart Lights Don’t Work

Updated December 2022

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Your cart’s headlights allow you to see obstacles in your way after the sun goes down, enabling safer driving and preventing accidents. But this only works when everything operates as intended.

Why Don't My Golf Cart Lights Work?!

Since each golf cart is unique in what parts are installed, and how the electrical system is set up, there could be several reasons why your golf cart lights don’t work. The bottom line is, you're in the dark and we're here to fix that. For this article, we're going to shed some light on the top instances that may answer this all-too-frustrating question, and get you back to safely cruising after dusk!

Try the following troubleshooting steps first! But if all else fails, and you need replacements, Golf Cart Stuff™ has the best lights on the market for Club Car, EZGO, and Yamaha golf cart models.

1. Blown Fuses

One of the most common causes of faulty golf cart lights is blown-out fuses. These fuses facilitate the transfer of electricity throughout the many systems your cart has, whether that’s the steering, radio, or AC. When the fuses to the headlights break, that flow of electricity can’t reach the headlights, preventing them from turning on.

Early Sign of Failing Fuse

Typically, cart owners will notice their headlights dim or flicker; this is a common symptom of a failing fuse. When you notice this, it’s time to service the fuses and replace them when necessary. Allowing them to degrade even further will only increase the likelihood of a total breakdown, leaving you without light when you may need it the most.

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2. Malfunctioning Headlight Switch

The headlight switch is another common culprit in the realm of issues with golf cart headlights. If you have replaced the headlight assembly and fuses, and are still having issues, it may be time to inspect the golf cart's headlight switch.

The headlight switch provides the flow of electricity to the lights, so even if you install new headlights and fuses, if your switch is worn, broken, or otherwise malfunctioning, you will continue to have issues. While a fuse transfers the energy, the switch allows the electricity to travel; once it can no longer open the floodgates, no power goes to the bulbs.

3. Faulty Wiring

Another of the typical reasons why your cart’s lights don’t work can be due to faulty circuitry. This is a common mistake and easily corrected.

If you did the work yourself, simply refer back to the wiring guide(s) received with your headlight kit and verify your work, keeping in mind all other electrical components that may be installed on the golf cart.

Stop by this article next for our top tips on How to wire golf cart lights correctly.

Double-Check the Work

After any kind of electrical upgrade, if you notice anomalies in the power output of any of the systems, you'll want to revaluate the work you just did, or return it to the professional who did the work. Make sure it's right, so you don't get left in the dark! 

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