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Forward Lighting
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Exterior Lighting
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- Back Up Light Bulb (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps) » 7440
- Brake Light Bulb (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps) » 3157
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb (w/halogen capsule headlamps) » 912
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- Side Marker Light Bulb Front (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps) » 2825
- Side Marker Light Bulb Rear (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps) » 3157
- Tail Light Bulb (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps); Compare to Original » 3157
- Tail Light Bulb (w/Halogen Capsule Headlamps); Compare to Original » 7440
- Turn Signal Light Bulb Front » 4157NA
- Turn Signal Light Bulb Front Police Responder » 4257NA
- Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear (w/halogen capsule headlamps) » 3157
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Interior Lighting
2020 Ford F-150 Headlight Bulb Size
As the final year of the 13th-generation F-150, the 2020 model sends off one of the most successful truck platforms ever built with a proven, refined package that millions of owners trust daily. The 2020 Ford F-150 headlight bulb size is 9005 for the low beams, 9005 for the high beams, and H11 for the fog lights. Like the 2019 model, the 2020 F-150 uses the same 9005 bulb type for both low and high beam positions, which is different from the H11/9005 split found on 2013-2018 F-150 trucks.
The 2020 F-150's FX4 off-road package proved especially popular, and many of these trucks see regular duty on unpaved roads, remote ranch properties, and hunting lease access trails where reliable lighting is not optional — it is essential. If your 2020 F-150 still has the factory halogen bulbs, upgrading to 2020 Ford F-150 LED headlights is the single best modification for improving safety and comfort during nighttime driving.
Upgrading the Final 13th-Gen F-150: LED and HID Options
The 2020 F-150 benefits from three years of refinement to the headlight housing design that Ford introduced with the 2018 facelift. The internal optics are well-optimized, which means aftermarket LED bulbs produce an especially clean beam pattern in these housings. Since both the low and high beams use the 9005 socket, you only need to source one bulb type to upgrade both positions — a convenience that simplifies ordering and ensures consistent color temperature across your entire headlight output.
LED conversion kits are the top choice for 2020 F-150 owners who want a modern look, instant-on performance, and a bulb that will outlast the truck. The compact driver unit mounts behind the headlight housing with enough clearance on both sides of the engine bay. There is no cutting, splicing, or modification involved — everything plugs into the factory wiring and locks into the original bulb socket.
For drivers who push their trucks hardest after dark — long-distance haulers, ranchers checking fences at night, hunters heading to camp before dawn — HID kits deliver unmatched beam distance and density. Every HID Nation kit ships free and carries a lifetime warranty, giving you the confidence to invest in lighting that works as hard as your truck does.
Frequently Asked Questions
What headlight bulb does a 2020 Ford F-150 take?
The 2020 Ford F-150 uses 9005 bulbs for both the low beam and high beam headlights. The fog lights take an H11 bulb. This dual 9005 setup is shared with the 2019 F-150 but differs from earlier model years (2013-2018), which used H11 for the low beams. Make sure to order 9005 bulbs specifically when upgrading the 2020 model.
Is the 2020 F-150 the last year of the 13th generation?
Yes, the 2020 model year is the final year of the 13th-generation Ford F-150. The completely redesigned 14th generation arrived as the 2021 model. For headlight purposes, the 2020 shares its housing design and bulb fitment with the 2018 and 2019 models (post-facelift). LED and HID conversion kits that fit the 2018-2020 F-150 are interchangeable across those years, though bulb sizes changed from H11 low beams in 2018 to 9005 low beams in 2019-2020.
Will LED headlights interfere with the 2020 F-150's safety systems?
The 2020 F-150 features pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking that uses a forward-facing camera and radar. These systems operate independently of the headlight bulbs and are not affected by switching from halogen to LED. The camera reads road conditions and other vehicles using its own sensors, not the headlight beam. Thousands of 2020 F-150 owners run LED headlights with no interference to any safety or driver-assist features.
What is the best LED headlight for the 2020 F-150 FX4 off-road package?
The FX4 off-road package does not change the headlight housing or bulb sizes on the 2020 F-150 — it adds skid plates, off-road tuned shocks, and electronic locking differential. For off-road use, the most effective LED headlight upgrade is a full three-position swap: 9005 LED low beams, 9005 LED high beams, and H11 LED fog lights. The fog lights are especially valuable off-road because they cast a wide, low beam that illuminates the terrain immediately in front of the truck, revealing ruts, rocks, and washouts that overhead headlights can miss.
How do I know if my 2020 F-150 has halogen or factory LED headlights?
The easiest way to tell is by trim level. The 2020 F-150 XL and XLT trims came standard with halogen headlights that use replaceable 9005 bulbs. The Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Limited, and Raptor trims came with factory LED headlight assemblies that use integrated LED modules — these are not replaceable with standard bulbs. You can also check by turning on the headlights: factory halogens produce a warm yellowish light, while factory LEDs produce a bright white light with the distinctive C-clamp daytime running light signature.