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BMW Light Bulb Size Guide
Complete bulb size reference for all BMW models from 1985 to 2019. Find the exact headlight, fog light, and tail light bulb sizes for 589 vehicles across 123 models.
BMW has 589 vehicles in our database spanning 1985 to 2019. The most common low beam bulb across BMW models is the HID-D1S LED. Newer BMW models are increasingly equipped with OEM LED headlights (18% of vehicles in our database). Popular models include the M3, 535i and X5.
Year Range
1985 – 2019
589 total vehiclesModels Covered
123 models
Most popular: M3OEM LED
18% of vehicles
Factory LED equippedCommon BMW Bulb Types
| Position | Bulb Type | Vehicles | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Light | LED Bulb | 469 vehicles | Check Price |
| License Plate | LED Bulb | 336 vehicles | Check Price |
| Trunk Light | 6411 | 328 vehicles | Check Price |
| Side Marker | LED Bulb | 305 vehicles | Check Price |
| Parking Light | LED Bulb | 263 vehicles | Check Price |
| Low Beam | HID-D1S LED | 249 vehicles | Check Price |
| Turn Signal Rear | LED Bulb | 242 vehicles | Check Price |
| Reverse Light | 7506 | 237 vehicles | Check Price |
| Map Light | 2886X | 230 vehicles | Check Price |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7506 LED | 227 vehicles | Check Price |
CANbus System Detected
BMW vehicles typically use a CANbus electrical system. When upgrading to LED bulbs, you may need anti-flicker decoders to prevent dashboard warnings or bulb flickering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most common low beam headlight bulb across BMW vehicles is the HID-D1S LED. Other bulb types used include LED Bulb, LED Bulb, 6411, LED Bulb, LED Bulb. The exact size depends on your model and year — select your model below for the precise fitment.
We cover 123 BMW models including 128i, 135i, 228i, 228i xDrive, 230i, 230i xDrive, 318i, 318is, 318ti, 320i and more. Each model page has a year-by-year bulb size chart covering every position — low beam, high beam, fog light, turn signal, and brake light.
Yes, BMW vehicles use a CANbus electrical system that monitors bulb resistance. Standard LED bulbs draw less power than halogens, which the system may interpret as a burned-out bulb, triggering a dashboard warning or causing flickering. You'll need a CANbus-compatible LED kit or an anti-flicker decoder harness.
Our database covers BMW vehicles from 1985 to 2019, with 589 total entries across 123 models. About 18% of BMW vehicles in our database have OEM LED headlights from the factory.
Select your BMW model from the list below, then choose your model year. You'll get a complete chart of every bulb position with the correct size and a direct link to purchase on Amazon.