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2021–2025 Ford F-150 4257 Red LED Rear Brake & Turn Signal Replacement Bulbs for 3X Visibility | 300% Brighter 1600LM (PAIR) | Built-in Resistor, No Hyperflash

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Rear signals too dim in traffic while changing lanes?

  • 300% brighter than halogen for clearer braking and signalling
  • Built-in resistor eliminates hyperflash instantly
  • Advanced cooling extends lifespan up to 10× longer
  • 4257 plug & play, zero wiring required
  • Designed in the USA, assembled with Japanese components

Why This 4257 LED Brake Bulb Beats Everything Else

- Brake lights compete with sunlight, rain, and surrounding vehicles. Halogen bulbs output ~300–400 lumens, limiting visibility , whereas 1600-lumen LED output improves detection distance, helping following drivers react faster.

- Direct Fit for 2021–2025 Ford F-150 truck models, go to compatibility for exact fitment or use our vehicle search tool to verify fit.

- 12 high-power LEDs produce 1600 lumens across a 360° beam angle, ensuring visibility from rear and side angles. This improves braking awareness, lane-change signalling, and collision prevention.

- Dual-intensity 4257 design supports brake, turn, and parking functions, switching between low and high output instantly ensuring clear signal separation and faster driver recognition.

- LED bulbs draw lower current than halogen bulbs, triggering rapid blinking. Built-in resistor simulates factory load (~60–120 flashes/min), restoring correct flash rate without external resistors.

- Excess heat reduces LED efficiency and lifespan. The fan + metal heatsink system regulates temperature, maintaining stable brightness output and extending lifespan up to 10× longer than halogen bulbs.

- Designed in the USA and built with Japanese components, ensuring durability and precision. Improved thermal and electrical stability delivers consistent 1600-lumen output and long-term reliability.

- Installation time is approximately 10 minutes. There is no need for slicing or complicated wiring. This light is a plug-and-play installation and operation. 

CA Residents: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Do you have questions about the application, installation, shipping, warranty, or more? Do not hesitate to reach out to Underground Lighting and talk to a specialist. Chat with us online by hitting the chat button or call us at (561) 918-5225. We are here to help! 

Also, check our full collection of Turn signal bulb.

 

    WHAT'S INCLUDED

    BULBS :
    2× 4257 Red CANBUS LED Bulbs with Built in Resistor
    WARRANTY :
    Includes a 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty covering defects under normal use.

    PRODUCT INFORMATION

    LED Chips - 12 High-Power Red LEDs

    Variant - 4257

    Function Brake / Turn / Parking (3-in-1)

    Beam Angle - 360° Coverage

    Color - Red

    Cooling System - Fan + Metal Heatsink

    Electrical Design - CANBUS, Non-polar, CK Compatible

    Hyperflash - No (Built-in resistor)

    Installation - Plug & Play

    Quantity - Pack of 2

    TECH SPECS

    WATTAGE :
    27W
    LENGTH :
    2.4"
    DIAMETER :
    .83"
    INTENSITY :
    1600 Lumens
    BLINKER CIRCUITS :
    No Resistors Required
    CIRCUITS :
    12V
    This product has a Includes a 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty covering defects under normal use.

    You can install either color, but it’s best to use a red LED behind a red lens. When using red LEDs for underground lighting, you’ll achieve a bright, deep red color projection. In contrast, if you place a white LED behind a red lens, the result will be a washed-out, soft pink color projection.

    Yes for halogen-equipped F-150 trims (XL, STX, XLT) using 4257 sockets. Always verify bulb type, as higher trims or LED headlight packages may differ in configuration.

    No LEDs run cooler than OEM bulbs and will not harm or cause any damage to your wiring harness or housings. And our LEDs have an advanced cooling system, making it efficient and durable with a lifespan of 25k+ hours

    No, the LED does get hot, but not as hot as an incandescent bulb.

    Yes, ours is unique and different from other competitors.
    Unlike other brands out there that don't work, ours will. We specially designed the circuit board to work with the BCM.

    Equivalent base size and seating depth, designed to match OEM tolerances. LED housing is compact, ensuring proper locking and alignment without looseness or fitment issues.

    Yes. 4257 bulbs match OEM base dimensions, ensuring direct fitment into factory sockets. No trimming, forcing, or socket modification required under normal installation conditions.

    No—built-in resistor handles load simulation.

    • Prevents hyperflash
    • Maintains correct flash rate (60–120 flashes/min standard)
    • Works with factory BCM without coding

    FORScan not required in normal conditions.

    Check one of these:

    • Owner’s manual (bulb size section)
    • Remove existing bulb → 4257 = dual contact pins (offset), 7443 = wedge base
    • Match with OEM spec for front turn signal/DRL circuit

     2019 is a split year—both types exist depending on trim

    Yes, we offer free shipping on orders over $89.

    Did you start the engine before testing? The vehicle engine must be on and running for the BCM to turn on for the load resistors to be detected. Read the Hyperflash guide & know the details

    COMPATIBILITY

    CROSS-COMPATIBILITY :
    4257, 4257NA, Wt21
    FITMENTS :
    2025 Ford F-150 Brake Light, 2024 Ford F-150 Turn Signal Rear, 2023 Ford F-150 Brake Light, 2023 Ford F150 STX Brake Light, 2023 Ford F-150 Turn Signal Rear, 2022 Ford F-600 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2022 Ford F-550 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2022 Ford F-450 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2021 Ford F-600 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2021 Ford F-550 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2021 Ford F-450 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty Rear Turn Signal, 2022 Ford F-150 Brake Light, 2021 Ford F-150 Brake Light, 2022 Ford F150 STX Brake Light, 2021 Ford F150 STX Brake Light, 2022 Ford F-150 Turn Signal Rear, 2021 Ford F-150 Turn Signal Rear
    • 5 stars: 96 (93%)
    • 4 stars: 7 (7%)
    • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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    Bruce
    Much brighter!

    Received bulbs within 1 week. Installation took 10-15 minutes. Much brighter! No hyperflashing or error codes. Here are some additional notes: When installing the bulb into the socket, make sure they are fully seated. It may look and feel like they are seated, but if they don't illuminate then they may require an additional push about 1/8" to fully seat the bulb into the socket. Very tight fit. So tight that it expands the socket just enough that it is difficult to reinsert back into the taillight assembly without applying additional pressure. The cooling fans operate only when the bulb is bright (brake light or turn signal). When the brake is applied the fans run continuously and when the turn signals are used they cycle on and off to match the blinking. The fans are not silent, but can be heard when in operation and standing by the rear of the truck. When backing up in reverse, the rear-view camera will show significantly more red in the image when the brake is applied than with the stock incandescent bulb. Still a good image, just more red.

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    Manny
    Awesome

    These are better then expected!! Installed when sun was up and even in direct sunlight, they are very bright. (Light on Left)

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    Momotaka Saiyo
    2021-24 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

    It is fantastic! I go it for my 2024 F150 XLT 303A pkg with one bulb on each tail light. Everything is as described. Easy installation. No slight delays in lighting reaction timing like other competing brands, No hyperflash as well. Now let's hope the bulbs are long lasting. Very satisfied so far.

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    Matt E
    Awesome quality! Safer, brighter, great upgrade!

    Installed on my XLT, & they do excellent as described, I’ll be buying again for my fleet F150’s

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    Justin Murphy
    GREAT BRIGHT LEDs

    Very easy to install and are VERY bright. I have A built in flasher on my 2021 STX f-150 and it worked great!

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    Steven Zeitler
    Brake and turn LED’s

    They install seamlessly work flawlessly, no hyper flashing and you can barely notice there is even a slight hum. Highly recommend! Pic shows LED bulb on top and oem halogen on bottom for comparison!

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    Steven Zeitler
    Brake and turn LED’s

    They install seamlessly work flawlessly, no hyper flashing and you can barely notice there is even a slight hum. Highly recommend! Pic shows LED bulb on top and oem halogen on bottom for comparison!

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    Steven Richardson

    2021–2025 Ford F-150 4257 Red LED Rear Brake & Turn Signal Replacement Bulbs for 3X Visibility | 300% Brighter 1600LM (PAIR) | Built-in Resistor, No Hyperflash

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    Anonymous
    Only lasted about 2 years

    Only lasted about 2 years. That’s relatively short. But so bright and easy to install I decided to buy replacements. Hopefully, the replacements will have a longer lifespan.

    HI, On avg they last 2-3 years as they have resistors and that causes heat. Resistors dont last for ever unforently. Without them they would last but then you would have hyperflash.

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    Cole McClain

    2021-25 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

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    Stephen Nuchols

    2021-25 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

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    Georgi Stoyanov
    24 F150 Powerboost xlt

    The bulbs are great, a hundred times better quality than the f150 led's. The main problem is: the base of the bulb is wider than the socket, if you force it the socket is expanding - almost to cracking, this doesn't let the socket to slide into the housing. You will have to send both sides- left and the right with a millimeter from each side in order to fit. A fine metal file is doing the job. One more time, the bulbs are great, in my opinion the best on the market.

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    Dawg Pittman
    No Hyperflash

    Works great, no hyperflash

    S
    Stephen Puccio

    2021-25 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

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    M.P.

    Wow!!! Amazing LEDs ! Suoer bright! The only thing is that these were a millimiter too big compare to the stock housing so i had to force it a bit to install them into the socket. But they work great and the hosusing was fine.

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    Frank

    2021-25 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

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    Jaime Lopez
    Ford F150

    Thank you for your service. Lites look awesome on the truck. Thanks again

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    Michael

    Great company to deal with

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    Chad Holley

    Love your product. The only issue that I have had is that after about a year some of the individual led squares stop working and I have to replace the bulb.

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    Jorge Perez
    3rd set of led brake lights!

    First set lasted 4 months, got too hot and the led chips came off and the bulbs went into hyper flash. That was covered under warranty. 2nd set lasted about 2 years then went hyper flash. This is my LAST set. Too expensive to replace every couple years. I thought an led would last a lot longer!

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    Andrea Harris
    Exactly what I was expecting

    This is my second order; I’m happy with the purchase. And the Customer Service.

    J
    Juan Ortiz
    2021-24 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb

    High-quality, super-bright bulbs. A must-have for your F150. Replaces your factory incandescent bulbs. What I like most is that you don't need to connect resistors; they're built into the bulb. Another plus! Fast shipping.

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    Matt Thesing

    2021-24 Ford F150 Red Rear Brake/ Turn Signal LED Bulb W/ Built in Resistor No hyperflash (PAIR)

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    Peter B
    Better than expected

    They were an easy install. I was pleasantly surprised how much better the light was. I would buy again

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    Ram H
    2023 F150 STX 4x4 - Tail/Brake Light

    These LEDs do not disappoint! Tail light/brake light combo are definitely bright and will get anyone’s attention. No hyper flash, which is what I was looking for without adding an additional resistor. Will be ordering the full line up soon!

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    Bobby Avery
    21 150

    Very well made products well buy again

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    Sandra Shuster

    Has anyone used these on a 2022 F150 with BLIS. Is there any interference with any of the systems that use rf signals, ie key fob, tpms etc?

    Underground Lighting

    Yes they work with blis package.

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