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
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 2015-2018 | 7440 |
| 2001-2002 | 5008 |
| 2000 | 232 |
| 1993-1999 | 12821 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament wedge bulb (T20). 12V, 21W. | 7440 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V. | 5008 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon bulb with SV8.5 base. 12V, 3W. | 232 |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 |