Mazda Tribute License Plate Bulb Size

The Mazda Tribute license plate light utilizes 168 and 12961 bulb sizes for illumination. Data for the provided bulb specifications covers the period from 2001 to 2011.

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
2008-2011	168
2001-2006	12961

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 Mazda Tribute uses two different license plate bulb sizes across its model years, with the split occurring between the 2006 and 2008 model years.
The 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute takes the 168 bulb, an ANSI-standardized miniature wedge type rated at 12V and 4.9W.
Model years 2001-2006 use the 12961, a Philips-designated miniature wedge bulb rated at 12V and 5W with a W2.1x9.5d base.
Both the 168 and 12961 share the T10 wedge form factor, meaning they are physically similar in shape and base style.
Despite the shared T10 form factor, the two bulbs carry a slight wattage difference: the 168 is rated at 4.9W while the 12961 is rated at 5W.
The W2.1x9.5d base designation on the 12961 describes a wedge base with a 2.1mm wire width and a 9.5mm pin spacing, which is the standard T10 wedge base configuration.
The 168 is defined under the ANSI standardization system used in the United States and Canada, making it a widely available bulb across North American automotive and retail markets.
The 12961 is identified by a Philips part number rather than an ANSI code, which is a common practice for bulbs sold under manufacturer-specific cataloging systems.