Volkswagen Golf Tail Light Bulb Size
The Volkswagen Golf tail light utilizes bulb sizes 7440, 5008, 232, and 12821 depending on the specific version of the lighting component. Available data for the specified vehicle covers a range from 1993 through 2018.
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
If US Type and EU Type show the same value, a direct cross-reference for this bulb is not available or the data is insufficient.
| Years | US Type | EU Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2018 | 7440 | W21W | Check Price |
| 2001-2002 | 5008 | 5008 | Check Price |
| 2000 | 232 | 232 | Check Price |
| 1993-1999 | 12821 | 12821 | Check Price |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament wedge bulb (T20). 12V, 21W. | 7440 | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V. | 5008 | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon bulb with SV8.5 base. 12V, 3W. | 232 | Check Price |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 | Check Price |