Phillips 1154B2 Tail Light Bulb - Front or Rear

Phillips 1154B2 Tail Light Bulb Overview

The Phillips 1154B2 tail light bulb is a clear, dual-filament exterior lighting bulb built for classic 6-volt applications. It uses a BAY15d base with a twist-type design and is specified for vehicles that need a 3-contact bulb with 6.3/7 volt operation and 16.57/5.25 watt output.

Phillips Standard - Twin Blister Pack is the brand’s value-focused lighting line for everyday replacement needs. For restorations and maintenance on older vehicles, it provides a straightforward OE-style bulb choice for tail lamps, brake lamps, and other rear lighting positions where the 1154-style specification is required.

Key Features

• Part number: 1154B2
• Clear bulb color for standard exterior lighting output
• Dual-filament design for two lighting functions in one bulb
• BAY15d twist-type base with 3 contacts
• 6.3/7 volt electrical specification
• 16.57/5.25 watt rating
• Phillips Standard range for value-oriented replacement lighting

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1958-1966 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A.
• Fits 1964-1966 Volkswagen Beetle, rear.
• Fits 1955 Chrysler 300, N/A.
• Fits 1955 Chrysler 300, rear.
• Fits 1951-1955 Chrysler Imperial, N/A.
• Fits 1951-1955 Chrysler New Yorker, N/A.
• Fits 1951-1955 Chrysler Newport, N/A.
• Fits 1951-1955 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A.
• Fits 1955 Dodge Lancer, N/A.
• Fits 1955 Dodge Lancer, front.
• Fits 1955 Dodge Lancer, rear.
• Fits 1953-1955 Ford F-100, N/A.
• Fits 1953-1955 Ford F-250, N/A.
• Fits 1953-1955 Ford F-350, N/A.
• Fits 1955 Ford Thunderbird, N/A.
• Fits 1955 Ford Thunderbird, front.
• Fits 1955 Ford Thunderbird, rear.
• Fits 1950-1954 Chevrolet Bel Air, N/A.
• Fits 1950-1954 Chevrolet Bel Air, front.
• Fits 1950-1954 Chevrolet Bel Air, rear.
• Fits 1953-1954 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A.
• Fits 1953-1954 Chevrolet Corvette, front.
• Fits 1953-1954 Chevrolet Corvette, rear.
• Fits 1950-1954 Pontiac Catalina, N/A.
• Fits 1950-1954 Pontiac Catalina, front.
• Fits 1950-1954 Pontiac Catalina, rear.
• Fits 1950-1953 Buick Roadmaster, N/A.
• Fits 1950-1953 Buick Roadmaster, front.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Imperial, front.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Imperial, rear.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler New Yorker, front.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler New Yorker, rear.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Newport, front.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Newport, rear.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Town & Country, front.
• Fits 1951-1952 Chrysler Town & Country, rear.
• Fits 1950-1952 Oldsmobile 98, N/A.
• Fits 1950-1952 Oldsmobile 98, front.
• Fits 1950-1952 Oldsmobile 98, rear.
• Fits 1950 Oldsmobile 88, N/A.
• Fits 1950 Oldsmobile 88, front.
• Fits 1950 Oldsmobile 88, rear.

Common Uses

• Restoring rear lighting on classic Volkswagen Beetle models
• Replacing a worn tail light bulb on 1950s Chrysler, Ford, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile vehicles
• Correcting dim, intermittent, or failed brake/tail lamp operation
• Maintaining proper exterior lighting on vintage 6-volt electrical systems

Installation Notes

Verify the socket uses a BAY15d twist-type base and matches the 3-contact bulb layout before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s voltage and wattage requirements against the original specification, especially on classic 6-volt systems. This part cross-references Gates (e.g., 12297) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Phillips Standard lighting is positioned as a practical replacement line for routine automotive service and restoration work. The 1154B2 part number is listed for confirmed fitment across multiple classic vehicle applications, including Volkswagen Beetle, Chevrolet Bel Air, and Ford Thunderbird models.