My 2000 Audi had a LED display screen that started to pixelate and fail around the 10 year mark. I found an electronics guy that desoldered the screen and replaced it with a compatible screen that is still functional. The Mercedes had a similar issue that I didn’t bother having repaired. These original led screens where used for informational purposes only, so while they were an eyesore, were not critical to driving the car. [/quote]
Looks like where there’s a need, someone will step up with a solution. $150 if you supply the defective cluster.
However, this also depends on how widespread the part is for the person to invest the time and money to do this.
Back to the LCD screen display issue on the Audi. The LCD screen used was on all Audis for a few uears. A4, S4 , A6, etc..
These new clusters however are almost model line specific. I don’t think the same cluster you find on the 5 series is the same as the 3 series.
In addition, I think car companies have intentionally designed for lack of serviceability for independent and home mechanics. For example, wrto Tesla, you can’t even buy parts from a parts counter to do your own repair.
