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2021 Nissan Altima 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: Priority audit queued.

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This high-traffic vehicle page is in the manual review queue. Current values are structured database entries and should still be verified before purchase.

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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2021 Nissan Altima Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
High Beam9005HB3Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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AmazoneBay
Low BeamH11H8 / H9 / H16Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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AmazoneBay
Side Marker194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon
Reverse Light3156—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon

2021 Nissan Altima Fitment Notes

Across the 1993-2022 production range, our database shows changes in the listed High Beam, Low Beam, Reverse Light positions. Use the chart above for this 2021 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 2021 Nissan Altima's bulbs compare to other years?

The 2021 Nissan Altima changed bulb sizes from 2020. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 2022 model switched to a different bulb configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 2021 model years. ← 2020 2022 →

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Other Altima Years

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H11 / H8 / H9 / H16 Comparisons

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists H11 for the 2021 Nissan Altima low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists 9005 for the 2021 Nissan Altima high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 2021 Nissan Altima can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed H11 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 2021 Nissan Altima 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 2021 Nissan Altima uses a dual bulb headlight system. This means you have separate bulbs for high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many H11 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as H11 / H8 / H9 / H16, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Yes — the 2021 Nissan Altima uses different bulb sizes than the 2020 model. The 2021 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 2021 Nissan Altima is the only year in the 2021 generation to use the H11 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed H11 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 H11 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 2021 Nissan Altima.