1999 Nissan Altima Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 1999 Nissan Altima uses 9007 low and high beams and 3157R brake lights.
1999 Nissan Altima bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam and Low Beam | 9007 |
| Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb | 921 |
| Brake Light Bulb | 3157R |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 168 |
| Tail Light Bulb | 3157R |
| Back Up Reverse Light Bulb | 921 |
| Glove Box Light Bulb | 158 |
| Trunk or Cargo Area Light | 158 |
Tap any bulb size to see it on Amazon. Trims and mid-year changes can differ, so pull the old bulb and match the number on its base before you order.
Which bulb should I buy?
- Just need it working again? Buy the standard halogen in the same size. It's cheap, it's legal everywhere, and it takes five minutes.
- Want to see better at night without messing with anything? Step up to a brighter halogen. Same plug, more light, no wiring.
- Want the white, modern look? Go LED. Great for fog, reverse, plate and interior lights. For headlights, LED bulbs in a housing built for halogen can throw glare, so aim them after you install and check your state's rules before running them on the street.
Our picks by bulb size
9007 (headlight high beam and low beam)
921 (center high mount stop light, back up reverse light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 921 Long Life (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 921 LED (pack of 2)
3157R (brake light, tail light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 3157 Long Life (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 3157 red LED (2 pcs)
168 (license plate light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
158 (glove box light, trunk or cargo area light)
- Top pick: Sylvania 158 Basic (10 bulbs)
For brake lights and turn signals, match the LED color to the lens: red behind a red lens, amber for turn signals.
While you're in there
- Cloudy headlights? New bulbs won't fix a yellowed lens. A replacement housing makes a bigger difference than any bulb: see Nissan Altima headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Nissan Altima tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 1999 Nissan Altima?
9007.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 1999 Nissan Altima?
9007.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb on a 1999 Nissan Altima?
Yes. Both use a 3157R.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 1999 Nissan Altima?
Most sizes on this vehicle have a plug-in LED version. Fog, license plate and interior lights are the easy wins. For headlights, aim them after you install and check your local laws first.
How do I make sure I'm buying the right size?
Pull the old bulb and read the number stamped on its base, or check the bulb chart in your owner's manual. Trims and mid-year changes can differ from any chart, including this one.
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