LED headlights on NJT new ALP45DP's

I have noticed that the LED headlights and ditch lights on NJTransit's newest ALP45DP's have 9-10 segments. In New Jersey, if any LED light on a motor vehicle has a segment out, the entire LED light has to be replaced or you can get a ticket. I wonder, if a segment doesnt light or has a noticeable flicker, is that considered an FRA defect and the entire LED assembly have to be replaced? I have seen cars where it has a multiple LED assembly for tail lights, the third brake light and a segment is burned out. In fact, I have seen many cars with LED's out, so it does happen. The replacement LED assembly for my third brake light is not cheap costing $ 71.22 up to $108.82. Locomotive LED headlights cost between $45.97 up to $1400. Thats not cheap either, but its something I have been thinking about. Also, the LED's do have much brighter and very harsh light. There is no way you can miss one of NJT's ALP45's

I would expect that FRA requirements are around specific lux levels. However, a manufacturer would only certify a fully-functioning unit rather than one with say 2 components burned out.

Agreed,
If it meets the minimum candlepower 200,000/400,000 it would be fine to roll, Likely there are specs as to how many segments are powerful enough.

Flickering would likely be another story.

lensovet wrote:I would expect that FRA requirements are around specific lux levels. However, a manufacturer would only certify a fully-functioning unit rather than one with say 2 components burned out.

I've experienced a similar situation with my car. When one of the LED segments went out, I was also faced with the dilemma of whether to replace the entire assembly. In my case, I decided to return it because I didn't want to risk any safety issues or potential fines.