HONDA ACCORD LED HEADLIGHTS | Trims, Bulb Sizes & Upgrades

The Honda Accord’s LED headlight availability varies by generation, from full LED units in 2023+ models to aftermarket upgrades for older trims.

The Honda Accord LED headlights setup changes completely depending on which model year and trim level you drive. The 11th-generation (2023–2025) comes with full LED lighting standard on every trim, while earlier generations used a mix of halogen and LED components. This guide covers what each Accord generation offers, which bulb sizes work for upgrades, what installation involves, and how much it costs. The right path depends on your car’s year and existing equipment.

2023–2025 Accord: Full LED Headlights Standard

Every trim of the 2023–2025 Honda Accord — from the LX to the Hybrid Touring — leaves the factory with full LED headlights. The system uses a sealed dual-beam LED module with integrated daytime running lights, so there are no replaceable bulbs. If a headlight fails, the entire assembly must be swapped out. Standard DRLs are built into the same housing, and aftermarket options can add colored projector rings for a custom look.

OEM part numbers are 33150-30A-A01 (driver side) and 33100-30A-A01 (passenger side). Replacing the assembly requires removing the front trim panel above the headlight, unclipping the wiring harness, releasing the retaining tabs, and pulling the old unit forward. The new assembly snaps into place — test low beams, high beams, DRLs, and turn signals before reinstalling the trim. Aftermarket replacements cost $250 to $550 per pair. Custom units with “Demon Eye” projector rings and RGBW color-changing capability from brands like KuerLED run $400 to $550 per pair.

2018–2022 Accord: LED Low Beams, Halogen Highs

On the 10th-generation Accord, LED low beams are standard on Sport, EX-L, Sport-L, and Touring trims. The LX and EX trims still use halogen H11 bulbs for low beams. Every trim — including the ones with LED low beams — uses halogen 9005 bulbs for high beams. Honda never offered LED high beams in this generation.

If you drive an LX or EX trim, upgrading to LED requires replacing the H11 low-beam bulbs and the 9005 high-beam bulbs. Installation steps: open the hood, locate the rear headlight access port, twist the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove it, insert the new LED bulb, twist clockwise to lock, and secure the driver or ballast to the chassis with 3M tape. Always verify your existing bulb type before ordering — pulling the bulb to check the base is faster than trusting trim-level assumptions. Brands like Auxbeam and SeaLight offer sets rated at 20,000 to 25,000 lumens for $45 to $70. A common mistake is installing LED bulbs in a Sport or EX-L trim that already has LED low beams; only the LX and EX need the upgrade. Another is leaving the ballast unsecured, which causes flickering or premature failure.

Which LED Upgrades Fit the 2008–2017 Accord?

The 9th-generation (2013–2017) Accord uses H11 bulbs for low beams and 9005 for high beams, both halogen. Aftermarket LED bulbs in these sizes are direct replacements. OEM part numbers for 2013–2015 are 33150T2AA01 (driver) and 33150T3WA01 (passenger); 2016–2017 use 33150T2AA61 and 33150T3LA21.

The 8th-generation (2008–2012) Accord uses 9006 (HB4) for low beams and 9005 (HB3) for high beams. Full projector LED assemblies with halo rings and integrated turn signals are available for the sedan — single-halo units with smoked lenses give a complete look. For owners of the 2008 model specifically, our roundup of best LED headlight upgrades for the 2008 Accord lists verified options tested for brightness and fitment.

One important note on legality: aftermarket LED bulbs must be DOT/SAE compliant to avoid glare violations that can fail inspections or draw tickets. Some LED bulb replacements are sold “for show car display only” and may not meet federal safety standards in all states. Headlights.com’s Accord lighting page provides additional specifications for each generation.