Rear Light problem .

Hi there everyone ,

Just acquired a Saab 9-5 registered 2008 with 164K approx 2 weeks ago.
I live in Ireland. First class car.

Just realized last night that the two lights above the Car Registration /Number Plate
were not working. Thought it was simply the bulbs.
Changed both earlier today.
NO JOY - both lights still not working .
A further fault showed on the display stating - ' Rear Light Failure ' -
which again was the rear tail light on the passenger side.
I changed the bulb but again - NO JOY .
The display still shows the fault.

I presume these two faults are somehow linked .
Anyone come across anything like this before ?
Would appreciate any help. Many thanks.

Have you solved this issue yet? If not, you try checking the rear fog, the rear running lights or reverse lights too. Also, take a look at the wire or connection if there is anything break.