The car companies are making the repairs more costly as they make much more money.
See how simple it is to replace a bulb in my car.
To buy a pair of light bulbs for my 2016 Honda Accord Sport is around $40 from Autozone
https://www.autozone.com/collision-body-parts-and-hardware/headlight/honda/accord/2016
Much cheaper here at $7.99 a piece.
https://www.lightbulbs.com/automotive/2016-honda-accord-replacement-light-bulbs
DIY 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Honda Accord Replacing Headlight Bulbs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJv-pnEWkcg
To replace the headlight assembly you have to remove the bumper...
How to Replace Headlights 2013-2017 Honda Accord
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwlky9glTTU