LED License Plate Light Assembly For Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger, Explorer & More (1983-2016)

LED License Plate Lights for the F-150, F-250, F-350, and More

This is a pair of LED license plate light assemblies built as a direct replacement across a wide range of Ford trucks and SUVs, including the 1990-2014 F-150, 1990-1999 F-250, 1999-2016 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty, 1990-1997 F-350, the F-450 and F-550 Super Duty, the Bronco, Bronco II, Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Excursion, and Expedition, along with the 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT. If your license plate light has dimmed, yellowed, or burned out entirely, this plug-and-play LED set is a direct swap into the factory housing.

Why One Light Assembly Covers So Many Models

Ford reused the same license plate light housing and electrical connector across a large span of its truck and SUV lineup for well over two decades, from the Bronco and Ranger of the late 1980s through the Super Duty trucks built into the mid-2010s, which is why a single LED replacement assembly can cover such a broad range of otherwise very different vehicles. Because these lights plug directly into the existing wiring harness without needing the harness itself modified, the housing and connector shape are what matter for fitment rather than the vehicle's model year or trim level, which is why Ford carried the same part across so many redesigns of the trucks themselves.

Key Features

• 100% brand new, waterproof LED construction
• Plug-and-play installation directly into the factory connector
• No damage to the original housing during installation
• Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Type: LED license plate light
• Voltage: 12V
• Light color: White
• LED count: 18 total (9 per light)
• Rated life: Over 50,000 hours
• Material: ABS housing with clear PC lens

Compatibility

Fits the 1990-2014 Ford F-150 (including the 2004 F-150 Heritage), 1990-1999 Ford F-250, 1999-2016 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty, 1990-1997 Ford F-350, 1999-2016 Ford F-450 and F-550 Super Duty, 1990-1996 Ford Bronco, 1984-1988 Ford Bronco II, 1983-2011 Ford Ranger, 1991-2004 Ford Explorer, 1991-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, and 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT. Because this spans many redesigns over more than two decades, it's worth confirming your specific model year against the housing style on your vehicle before ordering.

Signs Your License Plate Light Needs Replacing

A failing license plate light typically shows up as a bulb that's dimmer than its neighbor, a light that's turned an amber or yellow tint from sun exposure and age, or a light that's gone out completely, which can also trigger a citation in areas where a working rear plate light is legally required at night. Because the stock incandescent bulbs in these housings dim gradually rather than failing all at once, many owners don't notice how far a bulb has faded until they see it next to a fresh replacement.

Why Owners Upgrade to LED

LED bulbs run brighter and more consistently over their lifespan than the incandescent bulbs these trucks originally shipped with, and because LEDs don't rely on a heated filament, they hold up better to the vibration a truck bed and rear bumper see over rough roads and off-road use. A rated life of over 50,000 hours means most owners will never need to think about this light again after installing it, compared to the incandescent bulbs it replaces, which typically need replacement every few years.

Installation Notes

Installing this set means removing the existing license plate light housing (typically secured with a couple of screws or clips depending on the model), unplugging the factory electrical connector, and plugging in the new LED assembly before reinstalling the housing. Because these are designed as a plug-and-play replacement, no wiring modifications or additional tools beyond a screwdriver are typically needed.

Ordering Information

This LED license plate light set is in stock and ships ready to install. Our Shipping Information page covers current timelines, and our Warranty and Returns pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific Ford or Lincoln model? Our Request a Part page is the fastest way to confirm before you order.

Related Parts

This LED license plate light set is listed in our Ford collection, along with our Electrical Parts collection, where you'll find other lighting and electrical parts for these trucks.