22 Years Available
Subaru Forester Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the Subaru Forester from 1998 to 2019. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
Year Range
1998 – 2019
22 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Beam | HID-D2R LED(2006–2013) 9003 LED(1998–2005) HID-D4R LED(2014–2016) H11 LED(2017–2018) LED Headlights(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| High Beam | 9005 LED(2006–2018) 9003 LED(1998–2005) LED Headlights(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Fog Light | 9006 LED(1998–2013) H11 LED(2014–2018) H3 LED(2003–2005) H16 LED(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Brake Light | LED Bulb(2009–2019) 912 LED(1998–2008) | 22 years | Changed |
| Side Marker | 7443 LED(2009–2016) 168 LED(2003–2008) 1157NA LED(1998–2002) 2825 LED(2017–2018) LED Bulb(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Front | 7440NA LED(2003–2016) 1157NA LED(1998–2002) 7444NA LED(2017–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7440NA LED(2001–2019) 1156 LED(1998–2000) | 22 years | Changed |
| Reverse Light | 921(2001–2019) 7440(2009–2013) 1156(1998–2000) | 22 years | Changed |
| Dome Light | DE3175(1998–2019) | 22 years | Consistent |
| License Plate | 168(1998–2016) 2825(2017–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Map Light | DE3175(1998–2018) LED Bulb(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Parking Light | 168(2003–2016) 1157NA(1998–2002) 2825(2017–2018) 7444NA(2019–2019) | 22 years | Changed |
| Trunk Light | 168(1998–2016) 912(2009–2019) LED Light(2006–2008) 2825(2017–2018) DE3175(2001–2002) | 22 years | Changed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
We have bulb size data for the Subaru Forester from 1998 to 2019, covering 22 model years.
Yes, the Subaru Forester has used different bulb sizes across model years. Check the bulb evolution table above to see exactly which sizes were used in which years.
The most commonly used low beam headlight bulb for the Subaru Forester is the HID-D2R LED. Select your specific year below for the exact fitment.
Yes, you can upgrade your Subaru Forester headlights to LED. Look for an LED conversion kit in the HID-D2R LED size for the low beams. LED bulbs offer better visibility and longer lifespan.
Select your Subaru Forester year from the list below. Each year page shows every bulb position with the correct size and links to purchase on Amazon.