Honda CR-V Trunk Bulb Size

The Honda CR-V trunk light utilizes 12961 and 168 bulb sizes for the specific lighting components located within the rear cargo area. Data for the specified vehicle covers the range from 2017 through 2022.

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
2021-2022	12961
2018-2020	168
2017	12961

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W.	12961
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.	168

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Additional Notes

The Honda CR-V trunk uses two bulb types across its model years: the 12961 and the 168. Both are T10 miniature wedge bulbs operating at 12 volts, making them physically similar in form factor despite carrying different part designations.
The 12961 is a Philips part number rather than an ANSI industry standard designation. It specifies a W2.1x9.5d base and a 5W output.
The 168 is an ANSI standard designation recognized in the US and Canada. It carries a rated output of 4.9W, which is marginally lower than the 12961.
The Honda CR-V (2021-2022) uses the 12961 bulb for the trunk position.
The 2018-2020 model years use the 168 bulb for the trunk position.
The 2017 model year uses the 12961 bulb, the same designation as the 2021-2022 model years, though this does not indicate interchangeability across those non-consecutive years without further verification.
Although the 12961 and 168 share the T10 wedge form factor, the difference in wattage and base specification means substitution between the two warrants caution, as socket and electrical tolerance requirements may differ by model year.