Can I replace 2021 Ram 1500 halogen headlamps with the LED version?

[Knight.]

Hi guys, I’m new to the forum and I just purchased my first truck 2021 Ram 1500 Bighorn. Love the truck but the one thing that still bugs me is that it didn’t come with the LED lights, but they gave me a good price and worked with me so I bought it.

I wanted to know if the LED headlamps and tail lamps are plug n play and I can I just swap out the lamps or do I need to do some major work to get the LED’s to work?

thanks in advance.

 

[Bambohunter]

Not a lot of work you’ll just need an adaptor then they will be plug and play.


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[Knight.]

Not a lot of work you’ll just need an adaptor then they will be plug and play.


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Okay thank you. Do you know what adaptor I’ll need to get them to work?

 

[securityguy]

Hi guys, I’m new to the forum and I just purchased my first truck 2021 Ram 1500 Bighorn. Love the truck but the one thing that still bugs me is that it didn’t come with the LED lights, but they gave me a good price and worked with me so I bought it.

I wanted to know if the LED headlamps and tail lamps are plug n play and I can I just swap out the lamps or do I need to do some major work to get the LED’s to work?

thanks in advance.

I think you've been given bad info here my friend, but I could be wrong. If I am not mistaken, the LED headlights are a totally different design and you may require a new grill and front facia to allow them to fit. The tail lights should be no problem.

 

[Knight.]

I think you've been given bad info here my friend, but I could be wrong. If I am not mistaken, the LED headlights are a totally different design and you may require a new grill and front facia to allow them to fit. The tail lights should be no problem.

I’ll check that out and compare pics. Would suck if I needed to replace other parts just for LED lamps. Thanks!

 

[Ramjack]

Just curious: I understand the benefit for headlights (brighter and whiter?) but what is the benefit for tail lights? Longer life?

 

[Knight.]

Just curious: I understand the benefit for headlights (brighter and whiter?) but what is the benefit for tail lights? Longer life?

For me personally, I’d rather have the LED lighting throughout. Benz I traded in had LED and just looked much better and brighter.

 

[moosem]

Yes, you can upgrade to LED. You do need an adapter harness to make the headlights work. The tails are plug and play. The front fascia, etc. does not have to be changed. There are several posts about it on this forum.

5G Ram 1500 Halogen to LED Headlight Adapter (PAIR)

Plug n play harness for the 2019+ Ram 1500 halogen to LED headlights - will allow you to easily add the mid line LED lights to your 19+ Ram 1500! This is for a set (PAIR) of adapters and wiring harness. Headlights are not included, this is only the wiring harness / adapter to mate the lights to...

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[SD Rebel]

I thought the headlights and grill are different for the Limited, which are thinner or "squinty" in style. And that part of the grill actually extends into the headlight on the Limited?

But just as long as you get the LED lights for non-Limited models, that should be plug and play.

 

[securityguy]

I thought the headlights and grill are different for the Limited, which are thinner or "squinty" in style. And that part of the grill actually extends into the headlight on the Limited?

But just as long as you get the LED lights for non-Limited models, that should be plug and play.

You are correct my friend as it relates to the Limited. However, it appears you can get the LED headlights in the lower grade trims as well. I assume they are MOPAR OEM and not aftermarket headlights?

 

[moosem]

You are correct my friend as it relates to the Limited. However, it appears you can get the LED headlights in the lower grade trims as well. I assume they are MOPAR OEM and not aftermarket headlights?

Mine are OEM reflector LED headlights like those found on BigHorn, Laramie and Rebel. You are correct, the projector LEDs found on Limiteds and Longhorns will not work,

 

[Knight.]

Yes, you can upgrade to LED. You do need an adapter harness to make the headlights work. The tails are plug and play. The front fascia, etc. does not have to be changed. There are several posts about it on this forum.

Awesome, thank you very much for the info.

 

[soljrgriffin]

Hi guys, I’m new to the forum and I just purchased my first truck 2021 Ram 1500 Bighorn. Love the truck but the one thing that still bugs me is that it didn’t come with the LED lights, but they gave me a good price and worked with me so I bought it.

I wanted to know if the LED headlamps and tail lamps are plug n play and I can I just swap out the lamps or do I need to do some major work to get the LED’s to work?

thanks in advance.

I have the same year and model truck... we're you able to change your headlights over to led and if you did, what was the process?

 

[adamsmith8820]

Yes, you can upgrade to LED. You do need an adapter harness to make the headlights work. The tails are plug and play. The front fascia, etc. does not have to be changed. There are several posts about it on this forum.

5G Ram 1500 Halogen to LED Headlight Adapter (PAIR)

Plug n play harness for the 2019+ Ram 1500 halogen to LED headlights - will allow you to easily add the mid line LED lights to your 19+ Ram 1500! This is for a set (PAIR) of adapters and wiring harness. Headlights are not included, this is only the wiring harness / adapter to mate the lights to...

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Not sure if you are still on here or not since its been a few years since you posted these pics. In the pic of your front head lights, it looks like the headlight assembly is different and you did not just change the halogen bulb to LED but changed the whole factory halogen reflector headlight assembly to the premium lighting LED projector headlight assembly?

 

[moosem]

Not sure if you are still on here or not since it’s been a few years since you posted these pics. In the pic of your front head lights, it looks like the headlight assembly is different and you did not just change the halogen bulb to LED but changed the whole factory halogen reflector headlight assembly to the premium lighting LED projector headlight assembly?

Yes, I am still here, and yes I swapped the halogen assemblies for OEM LED assemblies that come on Laramies and Rebels, etc. They are not projector LEDs like those found on Limiteds.

 

[llegrand051922]

Hi guys, I’m new to the forum and I just purchased my first truck 2021 Ram 1500 Bighorn. Love the truck but the one thing that still bugs me is that it didn’t come with the LED lights, but they gave me a good price and worked with me so I bought it.

I wanted to know if the LED headlamps and tail lamps are plug n play and I can I just swap out the lamps or do I need to do some major work to get the LED’s to work?

thanks in advance.

I bought LED conversion lights on Amazon and swapped them for my 2024 Big Horn because I hated the halogens. They work great and are so bright. No issues. I have pics and can let u know what brand I got if u need broski. Lmk!

 

[HDPilot103]

I bought LED conversion lights on Amazon and swapped them for my 2024 Big Horn because I hated the halogens. They work great and are so bright. No issues. I have pics and can let u know what brand I got if u need broski. Lmk!

Hi, can you post up the pics and the lights you bought...I'm thinking about doing this as well, thanks

 

[llegrand051922]

Hi, can you post up the pics and the lights you bought...I'm thinking about doing this as well, thanks

Yeah bro my bad. I’m new to this stuff ! lol

Here u go brother

 

[llegrand051922]

Hi, can you post up the pics and the lights you bought...I'm thinking about doing this as well, thanks

These are the ones. I have a 2024 Bighorn so they were the h11’s I believe. Just double check manual

 

[nightedition07]

Yes, you can upgrade to LED. You do need an adapter harness to make the headlights work. The tails are plug and play. The front fascia, etc. does not have to be changed. There are several posts about it on this forum.

5G Ram 1500 Halogen to LED Headlight Adapter (PAIR)

Plug n play harness for the 2019+ Ram 1500 halogen to LED headlights - will allow you to easily add the mid line LED lights to your 19+ Ram 1500! This is for a set (PAIR) of adapters and wiring harness. Headlights are not included, this is only the wiring harness / adapter to mate the lights to...

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I’m glad to see this worked for you. Want the new LED’s so bad. I hate these Halogens. Where did you buy your headlights?