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2012 Dodge Caliber Bulb Size Chart

Bulb sizes may vary by trim, factory lighting package, region, production date, and previous modifications. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb before buying.

Last database update: May 2026. Manual review status: Not yet manually reviewed.

Verify before buying: check the bulb number printed on your existing bulb, confirm your trim and factory lighting package, and review the seller's fitment notes.
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2012 Dodge Caliber Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Low Beam9008H13Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Dual-beam bulb; verify factory housing and lighting package.

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Side Marker3157CK—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Turn Signal Front3157CK—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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License PlateW5W—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Brake Light3157CK—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Reverse Light921—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Parking Light3157CK—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Turn Signal Rear3157CK—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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Tail Light3157CK—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

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High Beam9008H13Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Dual-beam bulb; verify factory housing and lighting package.

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2012 Dodge Caliber Fitment Notes

Across the 2007-2012 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Side Marker, Turn Signal Front, License Plate positions. Use the chart above for this 2012 model, then confirm the bulb number in your vehicle before buying.

Known fitment limitations

  • factory HID or LED packages may use different parts
  • fog lights may depend on equipment package
  • aftermarket headlight assemblies may use different bulbs
  • regional models and production-date splits may differ

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How do the 2012 Dodge Caliber's bulbs compare to other years?

The 2012 Dodge Caliber changed bulb sizes from 2011. The previous model year used a different configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 2012 model years. ← 2011

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Other Caliber Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists 9008 for the 2012 Dodge Caliber low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists 9008 for the 2012 Dodge Caliber high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 2012 Dodge Caliber can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed 9008 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 2012 Dodge Caliber does not have a fog light bulb listed in our current database. If your vehicle has fog lights, verify the bulb in the housing or owner's manual before buying.

The 2012 Dodge Caliber uses a single bulb (dual filament) headlight system. This means one bulb controls both high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many 9008 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as 9008 / H13, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Yes — the 2012 Dodge Caliber uses different bulb sizes than the 2011 model. The 2012 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 2012 Dodge Caliber is the only year in the 2012 generation to use the 9008 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed 9008 low beam size on the existing bulb or owner's manual, then follow the service procedure for your exact trim.

Rules for LED headlight retrofits vary by location and by housing type. Avoid products that create glare or lack road-use compliance claims, and check local requirements before using an LED conversion on public roads.

Replacement cost depends on bulb technology, brand, and labor access. Common halogen 9008 replacements are usually cheaper than LED conversion kits. Check seller fitment notes before comparing prices.

Halogen bulbs and LED replacements differ in output, heat behavior, beam pattern, and electronics. A correct bulb code does not guarantee a correct LED beam pattern, so verify physical fit and seller compatibility notes for the 2012 Dodge Caliber.