Ford Falcon: Broken dash lights

I was interested to read about your reader's problem with the dash lights on his Falcon, as I too had the same problem with my BF Falcon. I also tried to claim under the extended warranty and was told it was not covered, but as the car was purchased second hand and I had traveled less than 5000 km I managed to get the dealer to pay for the work. An auto electrician told me that it was a common problem in Fords because the wiring in the head light/ indicator stork was to tight and after a while the wiring breaks. He quoted me $480 for a complete new switch or he could repair it for $200, and it would be better than a new one as the same issue would not happen again. I cannot see how Ford can justify charging $1425 for the repair. Can you?