Ford Mustang Tail Light Bulb Size
The Ford Mustang tail light utilizes unique bulb sizes 12961, 2458, 3157, and 1157 depending on the specific production period for the vehicle. Available data for the lighting components spans the range from 1964 through 2020.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Bulb Size by Year Range
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 12961 |
| 2018 | 12961 |
| 2002 | 3157 |
| 1988-1998 | 3157 |
| 1987 | 1157 |
| 1979-1983 | 1157 |
| 1964-1973 | 1157 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12961 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament wedge bulb (T25). 12V, 27W/7W. | 3157 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | 1157 |