Honda Odyssey License Plate Bulb Size

Honda Odyssey license plate bulb utilizes 2 distinct sizes: 168 and 12961, with each bulb size corresponding to specific vehicle production years. The replacement chart covers 1995 through 2018 model years and documents which bulb size applies to each generation.

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
2008-2018	168
2005-2007	12961
1995-2004	168

Bulb Specifications

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

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Additional Notes

The Honda Odyssey license plate position uses the 168 bulb for model years 1995-2004 and 2008-2018, making it the predominant fitment across this vehicle's production span covered by these specifications.
The 168 is an ANSI-standardized miniature wedge bulb in the T10 form factor, rated at 12 volts and 4.9 watts, with wide availability across the US and Canadian markets.
Model years 2005-2007 use the 12961 instead of the 168, representing a distinct fitment period within the Odyssey lineup.
The 12961 is a Philips part number designation for a T10 miniature wedge bulb with a W2.1x9.5d base, rated at 12 volts and 5 watts.
Both the 168 and 12961 share the T10 wedge form factor, though the 12961 carries a manufacturer-specific part number rather than an ANSI designation.
The wattage difference between the two bulb types is marginal, with the 168 rated at 4.9 watts and the 12961 at 5 watts, reflecting near-identical power draw.
Despite the physical similarities between the 168 and 12961, substituting one for the other without confirming the correct model year fitment is not supported by these specifications.