Hyundai Nexo License Plate Bulb Size

The Hyundai Nexo license plate illumination requires a 12961 bulb size for proper operation and visibility. Available data for the specified lighting component covers the time period from 2019 through 2024.

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 Type	Shop
2019-2024	12961	Check Price

Bulb Specifications

Description	Type	Shop
Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W.	12961	Check Price

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Additional Notes

The 12961 bulb is the specified license plate bulb size for the Hyundai Nexo across all listed model years, spanning 2019-2024.
The 12961 is a T5 wedge-base bulb, a miniature form factor commonly used in low-intensity applications such as license plate illumination.
T5 wedge bulbs operate without a separate socket housing; the base of the bulb itself acts as the connector by wedging directly into the lamp holder.
The 12961 designation corresponds to a 12-volt, 5-watt incandescent bulb, placing it in the low-wattage category suited for continuous, low-heat operation.
The uninterrupted use of the 12961 across the 2019-2024 Nexo model years indicates a consistent lamp housing design throughout that production span.
T5 wedge bulbs in the 12961 specification are cross-compatible with several other automotive applications, though fitment in the Nexo depends on the physical space constraints of its license plate lamp housing.
LED replacements for the 12961 are available in the aftermarket, but compatibility with the Nexo's lamp circuit is not confirmed by the provided specifications.