2016 Ford F-150 Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 2016 Ford F-150 uses H11 low beams, 9005 high beams and 3157R brake lights.
2016 Ford F-150 bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam(with halogen headlights) | 9005 |
| Headlight Bulb Low Beam(with halogen headlights) | H11 |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 168 |
| Brake Light Bulb(with halogen headlights) | 3157R |
| Tail Light Bulb(with halogen headlights) | 3157R |
| Side Marker Light Bulb Front(with halogen headlights) | 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
9005 (headlight high beam)
H11 (headlight low beam)
168 / 2825 (license plate light, side marker light front)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
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 Ford F-150 headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Ford F-150 tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 2016 Ford F-150?
H11.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 2016 Ford F-150?
9005.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb on a 2016 Ford F-150?
Yes. Both use a 3157R.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 2016 Ford F-150?
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.
Other Ford F-150 years
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