The Saturn Vue brake light utilizes 3157, 2458, and 3057 bulb sizes depending on the specific version of the vehicle. Data for the provided specifications covers the range from 2002 to 2010.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
The Saturn Vue uses two distinct brake bulb types across its production run: the 3157 for 2008-2010 models and the 3057 for 2002-2007 models.
Both the 3157 and 3057 are ANSI-standardized dual-filament wedge bulbs rated at 12V with a 27W high-filament and 7W low-filament output, sharing the T25 wedge form factor.
Despite their near-identical electrical ratings and shared T25 form factor, the 3157 and 3057 are not confirmed interchangeable in this application, as the Saturn Vue specifies each type for separate model year ranges.
The Center High Mount Stop Light on the Saturn Vue uses the 12961 for 2002-2007 model years.
The 12961 is a Philips part number designation for a miniature wedge bulb in the T10 form factor, using a W2.1x9.5d base and rated at 12V, 5W.
The single-filament 12961 operates at a significantly lower wattage than the dual-filament brake bulbs, reflecting its dedicated stop-light function in the center high mount position rather than a combined stop and tail role.
No Center High Mount Stop Light bulb specification is listed for the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue, while the brake bulb specification for those years shifts to the 3157.