2012 Chevrolet Malibu Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu uses H11 low beams, H9 high beams and 3157R brake lights.
2012 Chevrolet Malibu bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam | H9 |
| Headlight Bulb Low Beam | H11 |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 168 |
| Back Up Reverse Light Bulb | 921 |
| Brake Light Bulb(Hybrid) | 3157R |
| Tail Light Bulb(Hybrid) | 3157R |
| Glove Box Light Bulb | 194 |
| Map Light Bulb | 168 |
| Reading Light Bulb Rear | 2825 |
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
H9 (headlight high beam)
H11 (headlight low beam)
168 / 194 / 2825 (license plate light, glove box light, map light and more)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
921 (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)
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 Chevrolet Malibu headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Chevrolet Malibu tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?
H11.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?
H9.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb on a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes. Both use a 3157R.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu?
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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