2018 Nissan Maxima Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 2018 Nissan Maxima uses H11 (some trims) low beams and H9 high beams.
2018 Nissan Maxima bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam | H9 |
| Headlight Bulb Low Beam(with halogen headlights) | H11 |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 2825 |
| Back Up Reverse Light Bulb | 921 |
| Side Marker Light Bulb Front | 2825 |
| Stepwell Light Bulb | 168 |
| Trunk or Cargo Area Light | 158 |
| Interior Door Light Bulb | 194 |
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)
2825 / 168 / 194 (license plate light, side marker light front, stepwell 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)
158 (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 Maxima headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Nissan Maxima tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
Headlight Low Beam(with halogen headlights): H11.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
H9.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 2018 Nissan Maxima?
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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