Nissan LEAF Map Light Bulb Size

The Nissan LEAF map light requires a bulb size of 12961 for the interior lighting system. Data for the specific component covers the range from 2011 through 2023.

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
2022-2023	12961	Check Price
2011-2013	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 is a Philips part number designating a miniature wedge bulb in the T10 form factor, fitted with a W2.1x9.5d base. It operates at 12 volts and draws 5 watts.
The T10 designation refers to the bulb's tubular shape, while the W2.1x9.5d base is a wedge-type fitting where the electrical contacts are formed by the glass pinch at the base rather than by separate metal pins.
The Nissan LEAF uses the 12961 bulb for the map light across the 2011-2013 and 2022-2023 model years.
The W2.1x9.5d base type is a standardized wedge fitting, meaning aftermarket or OEM-equivalent T10 bulbs sharing that base specification are physically interchangeable with the 12961 in this application.
At 5 watts and 12 volts, the 12961 falls within the low-wattage range typical of interior courtesy and map lighting, where heat output and current draw are kept minimal.