The Chevy Silverado 1500 is one of the top-selling trucks in America — and if you're running the factory halogen headlights, you already know the struggle. Dim, yellowish, and barely enough to see on dark back roads. Whether you're hauling equipment at dawn, towing a trailer after sunset, or just commuting on an unlit highway, those stock halogens aren't cutting it.
The good news: upgrading to LED headlight bulbs is one of the easiest mods you can do — no rewiring, no cutting, no dealer visit. But the Silverado has used three different halogen bulb setups across the 2014–2024 range. Find your configuration below to see exactly what fits.
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Configuration A — 2014–2015 Silverado 1500 (All Halogen Trims)
Who this fits: WT, LT, LTZ, High Country (every 2014–2015 Silverado shipped with halogen)
Identifier: Round chrome reflector bowl behind the lens. If your truck is a 2014 or 2015, you're almost certainly in this config unless someone retrofitted HID headlights.
| Position | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| Low Beam | H11 |
| High Beam | 9005 (HB3) |
| Fog Light | 5202 (PS24W) — special order |
Fog lights use 5202 (PS24W) — we don't keep this size in standard stock, but we can source it. Contact us with your Year/Make/Model/Trim for pricing and lead time.
Complete Upgrade
Driveon Summit — H11 + 9005
Low beam · High beam
2 pairs · 50W · 10,000LM · 6000K · Free US Shipping
$129.98
Driveon Coast — H11 + 9005
Low beam · High beam
2 pairs · 23W · 5,000LM · 6000K · Fanless · Free US Shipping
$79.98
Configuration B — 2019–2022 Silverado 1500 (Halogen Trims)
Who this fits: WT (Work Truck), Custom, Custom Trail Boss
Identifier: Round halogen reflector bowl (not the projector-lens look of LED trims). LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and High Country are factory LED and can't be bulb-swapped. The 2016–2018 Silverado used factory HID (D5S) and isn't covered by this guide.
| Position | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| Low Beam | H11 |
| High Beam | 9005 (HB3) |
| Fog Light | 5202 (PS24W) halogen on most halogen trims (some configs have factory-sealed LED fogs that aren't replaceable) |
Fog lights vary by configuration. If your fogs are replaceable halogens, they use 5202 (PS24W) — contact us for special-order options. Some trims have factory-sealed LED fogs that aren't replaceable.
Note: 2019+ Silverado 1500 (T1 platform) has stricter CANBUS monitoring. We recommend Summit only — its built-in decoder prevents flickering and "bulb out" warnings.
Complete Upgrade
Driveon Summit — H11 + 9005
Low beam · High beam
2 pairs · 50W · 10,000LM · 6000K · Free US Shipping
$129.98
Configuration C — 2023–2024 Silverado 1500 (Halogen Trims with H9 High Beam)
Who this fits: WT, Custom, Custom Trail Boss
Identifier: 2023 refresh. Low beam stayed H11, but high beam changed from 9005 to H9. H9 uses the same physical base as H11, so our Summit/Coast H11 bulbs fit the H9 high-beam socket — you just need two pairs of H11 (one for low beam, one for high beam).
| Position | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| Low Beam | H11 |
| High Beam | H9 (same base as H11 — H11 LED fits) |
| Fog Light | 5202 (PS24W) — special order |
Fog lights use 5202 (PS24W) — special order. The H9 high beam uses the same physical base as H11, so you only need two pairs of our H11 LED bulbs to cover both low and high beam.
Note: 2019+ Silverado 1500 (T1 platform) has stricter CANBUS monitoring. We recommend Summit only — its built-in decoder prevents flickering and "bulb out" warnings.
Complete Upgrade
Driveon Summit — H11 × 2
Low beam + High beam (H9 socket)
2 pairs · 50W · 10,000LM · 6000K · Free US Shipping
$129.98
Summit vs Coast — Which Series Should You Pick?
| Summit (Premium) | Coast (Value) | |
|---|---|---|
| Lumens | 10,000LM/pair | 5,000LM/pair |
| Power | 50W/bulb | 23W/bulb |
| Cooling | 12,000 RPM fan + heat pipes | Fanless (copper PCB) |
| CANBUS | Built-in decoder | No built-in decoder |
| Noise | Silent fan | Zero (no fan) |
| Body | 71mm × 24.3mm | 63mm × 30mm (1:1 halogen) |
| Best for | Towing, off-road, dark rural roads | Daily driver, city, budget-friendly |
Our recommendation for Silverado: For 2019+ T1 platform (2019–2024), pick Summit only — its built-in CANBUS decoder prevents flickering on GM's stricter monitoring system. For 2014–2015 Silverado, either works — Summit for max brightness and towing, Coast for a clean daily-driver upgrade.
How to Install LED Headlights on a Silverado 1500
No mechanic needed. No tools required. The Silverado has a wide-open engine bay — this is one of the easiest LED swaps you'll do.
1. Pop the hood and locate the headlight housing. The back of the headlight assembly is clearly visible on both sides. No need to remove the battery or air intake.
2. Remove the dust cap. Twist the round dust cap counterclockwise and pull it off to expose the bulb.
3. Remove the old halogen bulb. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise (about a quarter turn) and pull it straight out. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Install the LED bulb. Plug the Driveon LED bulb into the connector. Insert it into the housing and twist clockwise to lock it in. Position the LED chips at 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock (horizontal) for the correct beam pattern.
5. Test before closing up. Turn on your headlights. Aim at a wall or garage door — you should see a sharp, flat cutoff line on low beam with no glare above it.
6. Repeat for the other side.
Total time: 15–20 minutes for both sides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will LED headlights throw error codes on my Silverado?
For 2014–2015 Silverado, either Summit or Coast works fine — GM's older trucks are LED-friendly. For 2019+ T1 platform (2019–2024), CANBUS monitoring is stricter and we recommend Summit only — its built-in decoder prevents flickering and "bulb out" warnings.
I have a 2016–2018 Silverado — can I upgrade to LED?
The 2016–2018 Silverado 1500 came with factory HID (D5S xenon) headlights, not halogen. These are already significantly brighter than halogen and use a completely different bulb type. Driveon does not carry D5S — HID replacement requires a different kit and isn't a simple bulb swap. This guide covers halogen-equipped Silverados only.
My 2023+ has H9 high beams — can I really use H11 LED bulbs?
Yes. H9 and H11 share the same physical socket and base. Our Summit and Coast H11 LED bulbs are also labeled H9-compatible — the only meaningful difference between the two is wattage (H9 is rated at 65W, H11 at 55W), and our LED draws far less than either. You just need two pairs of H11 to cover both low beam and high beam positions.
Which 2019–2024 trims have halogen vs factory LED?
Halogen (upgradeable with this guide): WT (Work Truck), Custom, Custom Trail Boss. Factory LED (not replaceable): LT, RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, ZR2, High Country.
Are LED headlights legal on the Silverado?
Yes. LED replacement bulbs are legal for on-road use as long as they produce a proper beam pattern with a sharp cutoff line. Both the Summit and Coast replicate the factory halogen beam pattern.
How long do LED headlights last?
Both the Coast and Summit are rated for 50,000+ hours. At 2 hours of driving per day, that's over 68 years. You'll sell the truck long before the bulbs die.
What color temperature are the LEDs?
Both series are 6000K — a crisp, cool white that matches the look of modern factory LED headlights. A huge upgrade from the yellowish 3000K halogen.
Not sure which bulb fits your vehicle? Contact us with your Year, Make, Model, and Trim — we'll confirm for free.