Volkswagen Passat Tail Light Bulb Size
The Volkswagen Passat tail light utilizes 921, 12961, P21/4W, P21/5W, and 12821 bulb sizes depending on the specific version of the vehicle. Data for the lighting components spans from 1990 through 2019 for the various configurations listed.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2021 | 921 (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps) | W16W | Check Price |
| 2012-2015 | 12961 | 12961 | Check Price |
| 2002-2005 | P21/4W | P21/4W | Check Price |
| 2001 | P21/4W | P21/4W | Check Price |
| 1157 (Early Model) | P21/5W | Check Price | |
| 1998-2000 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
| 1995-1997 | 12821 | 12821 | Check Price |
| 1990-1994 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Wedge bulb (T15). 12V, 16W. | 921 | Check Price |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12961 | Check Price |
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAZ15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/4W. | P21/4W | Check Price |
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | P21/5W | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | 1157 | Check Price |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 | Check Price |