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BMW Light Bulb Size Guide
Complete bulb size reference for all BMW models from 1966 to 2021. Find the exact headlight, fog light, and tail light bulb sizes for 1147 vehicles across 210 models.
BMW has 1147 vehicles in our database spanning 1966 to 2021. The most common low beam bulb across BMW models is the D1S. LED and halogen replacements are commonly sold for D1S, but exact fitment still depends on year and trim. Popular models include the 7 Series, 5 Series and M3.
Year Range
1966 – 2021
1147 total vehiclesModels Covered
210 models
Most popular: 7 SeriesOEM LED
0% of vehicles
Halogen standardCommon BMW Bulb Types
| Position | Bulb Type | Vehicles | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fog Light | H11 | 401 vehicles | Check Price |
| Door Light | W5W | 340 vehicles | Check Price |
| Trunk Light | 6411 | 328 vehicles | Check Price |
| Parking Light | 7528 | 255 vehicles | Check Price |
| Low Beam | D1S | 249 vehicles | Check Price |
| High Beam | H7 | 244 vehicles | Check Price |
| Reverse Light | 7506 | 237 vehicles | Check Price |
| Turn Signal Front | 7528 | 235 vehicles | Check Price |
| Map Light | 2886X | 230 vehicles | Check Price |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7506 | 230 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 D1S. Other bulb types used include H11, W5W, 6411, 7528, D1S. The exact size depends on your model and year — select your model below for the precise fitment.
We cover 210 BMW models including 1 Series, 1 Series M, 128i, 135i, 135is, 1600, 1600-2, 1602, 2 Series, 2000 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 1966 to 2021, with 1147 total entries across 210 models.
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.