Buy Nissan Rogue Headlight Bulbs

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Overview

The Nissan Rogue's headlight bulb (sometimes called a headlamp, front-lamp, or driving-light bulb) is one of the simplest parts on the SUV, yet it has an outsized effect on nighttime safety, styling, and legal compliance. Most Rogues built from 2008-2020 use easy-to-find H11 low-beam and 9005 (HB3) high-beam halogen capsules, while many 2021-present trims arrive with sealed LED projectors that never need a conventional bulb swap - good news for owners who prefer maintenance-free lighting. (boslla.com, boslla.com, caranddriver.com)

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Bulb Basics

Power & Brightness. A standard H11 halogen draws about 55 watts at 12 volts and puts out roughly 1,350 lumens. (osram.com) Its high-beam partner, the 9005/HB3 capsule, consumes about 60 watts and delivers close to 1,700 lumens. (osram.com)

Life Span. Halogen filaments last between 500-1,000 hours of use, depending on vibration, temperature, and how often the lights double as daytime running lamps. (powerbulbs.com)
Modern LEDs promise up to 50,000 hours thanks to cooler operation and solid-state design, while HID (xenon) arc bulbs average about 5,000 hours before their arc weakens. (caranddriver.com, caranddriver.com)

Heat Management. LEDs in replacement capsules usually step down to 19-25 watts yet match or exceed halogen brightness through more efficient light production. For example, an OSRAM LED HB3 retrofit pulls only 19 W while shining at about 1,900 lumens. (osram.com)

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Halogen vs LED

• Halogen capsules are inexpensive and emit a warm 3,200 K light. Their short life means more frequent swaps but easy plug-and-play maintenance. (osram.com)
• LED retrofits run cooler and shine whiter (5,500-6,000 K) while slashing power draw by about 60 %. Many drivers choose them for the crisp look and longer life. (caranddriver.com, osram.com)
• HID/Xenon kits create an intense arc glow but need ballasts, extra wiring, and careful alignment to prevent glare. (caranddriver.com)

Legal checkpoint: The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says LEDs are fine only if the complete headlamp assembly meets every requirement in Federal Standard 108; swapping an LED "bulb" into a halogen housing technically does not meet the rule today. (nhtsa.gov, nhtsa.gov)
For details, read the official LED headlight interpretation letter.

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When to Replace

Common clues that your Rogue needs a new headlight bulb include:

• Dim or yellowed output compared with the opposite side. (chapelhilltire.com)
• Flickering or intermittent lighting, often a sign of filament fatigue.
• Needing high beams just to see road markings at night.
• Dashboard bulb-out warning (on 2021-up digital clusters). (owners.nissanusa.com)

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DIY Replacement

1. Turn the wheel in for room and remove the plastic clips in the front-fender liner. (ifixit.com)
2. Reach or peek behind the headlight, twist the old bulb counter-clockwise about ⅛ turn, and pull it straight out.
3. Unclip the wiring plug, avoiding contact with glass.
4. Seat the new capsule (match tab orientation), then lock with a clockwise twist.
5. Test both beams before reinstalling clips. The full procedure is also shown step-by-step in this detailed iFixit guide. (ifixit.com)

Your owner's manual (see page 8-27 in the 2015 book) walks through the same process with drawings. (owners.nissanusa.com)

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Aiming & Adjustment

After installation, park 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall on level ground and check that the low-beam cutoff sits at or slightly below headlamp-center height. Nissan's technical bulletin NTB22-024 shows the factory method using masking-tape guides. (static.nhtsa.gov)

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Care & Troubleshooting

• Condensation: Light fog on the inside lens is considered normal; it clears as the lamp warms. Nissan's "Headlamp Fogging" bulletin advises replacement only if pooled water or large droplets persist. (static.nhtsa.gov)
• Premature dimming: A 2021 dealer action (PC778) applied to certain 2021 Rogues with a left-lamp reflector issue; dealers inspect and swap the entire lamp at no cost. (static.nhtsa.gov)
• Keep lenses clean: Dirt scatters light and can cut effective beam range by 30 % or more.

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Safety & Legal

Driving with one failing lamp is illegal in most regions and may draw fines; in the U.K., for instance, penalties start at £100 plus three license points. (thesun.co.uk)
In the U.S., non-compliant import bulbs have triggered recalls under FMVSS 108, underscoring why buying bulbs with legitimate DOT markings matters. (transportation.gov)

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Q: What bulb does a 2017 Rogue use?
A: Low-beam H11 and high-beam 9005, unless your SL trim has the factory LED package, in which case there is no serviceable bulb. (boslla.com, en.wikipedia.org)

Q: Can I upgrade to LEDs without changing the housing?
A: Physically yes-plug-in LED capsules are sold in H11 and 9005 bases-but they are not yet federally approved for replaceable-bulb headlamps, so use them at your own risk and check local rules. (nhtsa.gov)

Q: How long do the stock halogen bulbs last?
A: Expect 500-1,000 hours of nighttime use (about 1-3 years for many drivers). (powerbulbs.com)

Q: Why do my headlights look foggy inside?
A: Small beads are normal moisture that clears as the lamps heat; if water pools, the housing's vent or seal may be damaged and should be inspected. (static.nhtsa.gov)

Q: What wattage are H11 and 9005 bulbs?
A: H11 runs at 55 W; 9005 at 60 W. (osram.com, osram.com)

Q: Do I need to replace bulbs in pairs?
A: It isn't mandatory, but swapping both keeps color and brightness even and means you won't be repeating the job soon, given bulbs of the same age often fail close together. (General maintenance best practice.)

Q: My new bulb still seems dim-what else could be wrong?
A: Check aim, lens clarity, alternator voltage, or a possible reflector delamination (covered under Nissan's extended headlamp warranty for certain VINs). (static.nhtsa.gov)

Q: How do I avoid touching the glass?
A: Hold the bulb by its plastic base. Finger oils create hot spots that shorten bulb life.

Need more help? Consult the official Nissan Service Manual portal for torque values and part diagrams, or review NHTSA's guidelines on compliant lighting for the latest legal updates. (owners.nissanusa.com, nhtsa.gov)