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
If US Type and EU Type show the same value, a direct cross-reference for this bulb is not available or the data is insufficient.
| Years | US Type | EU Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 12961 | 12961 | Check Price |
| 2018 | 12961 | 12961 | Check Price |
| 2002 | 3157 | P27/7W | Check Price |
| 1988-1998 | 3157 | P27/7W | Check Price |
| 1987 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
| 1979-1983 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
| 1964-1973 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12961 | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament wedge bulb (T25). 12V, 27W/7W. | 3157 | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | 1157 | Check Price |
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | P21/5W | Check Price |