If you’ve ever tried replacing an H7 bulb in your car’s headlight, you might have been surprised to find that some vehicles require special retainer clips to secure the bulb properly. Unlike standard H7 bulbs that twist into place, certain car models rely on a metal or plastic clip to hold the bulb in position.
Why Do Some H7 Bulbs Need Special Retainer Clips?
H7 bulbs are widely used in low-beam and high-beam headlight setups, and while the bulb itself is standard, the way it’s secured varies by manufacturer. Some vehicles have a twist-lock or a spring-wire system, while others require a custom bracket or retainer adapter to hold the bulb in place properly.

How to Choose the Right Retainer Clip for Your H7 LED Headlight
- Check the original headlight H7 bulb
- Check the Boslla website: https://www.boslla.com/auto-bulb-finder/
Which Cars OEM H7 Bulbs Need Retainer Clips?
Check H7 LED Headlight Special Retainer Clips on the Following Link:
TK-101B | Fits on the H7 Low Beam Bulb for Audi A3 2009-2012 BMW 330i 2017 BMW 328i 2015 BMW 535i 2012 Chrysler Pacifica 2005-2006 Volkswagen GTI 2018-2019 Volkswagen Golf 2018-2019 Volkswagen Jetta 2011-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 2010-2011 Fits on the H7 High Beam Bulb for Ford Fusion 2007-2012 Mercedes-Benz E350 2011-2016 Mercedes-Benz ML350 2009-2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 2015-2018 Volkswagen Jetta 2015-2018 Lincoln MKZ 2018 Chevrolet Caprice 2012 |
TK-102B | Fits on the H7 Low Beam Bulb for Volkswagen Tiguan 2018-2021 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class (GLE350, GLE400, GLE43 AMG) 2016-2019 Mercedes Benz M-Class (ML250, ML350, ML400, ML550) 2012-2015 Mercedes Benz GLS-Class (GLS450, GLS550) 2017-2019 Mercedes Benz C-Class (C250, C300, C350) 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz CLA250 2014-2019 Mercedes Benz GLA250 2016-2017 Mercedes Benz R350 2011-2012 Volkswagen CC 2008-2012 Fits on the H7 High Beam Bulb for Mercedes Benz GLE-Class (GLE350, GLE400, GLE43 AMG) 2016-2019 Mercedes Benz M-Class (ML250, ML350, ML400, ML550) 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 2004-2007 |
TK-106B | Fits on the low beam for Kia Sorento 2014-2020 Kia Forte 2017, 2018, 2020 Kia Optima 2014-2016 Hybrid Model Kia Sedona 2019-2021 Kia Soul EV 2016 Kia Cadenza 2016-2017 Kia Ceed 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 2014-2020 Hyundai Kona 2018-2021 Hyundai Santa Fe 2014, 2017-2018 (Not Sport Trim) Hyundai Veloster Base 2012-2019 Fits on the high beam for Kia Sorento 2014-2018 Kia Forte 2019-2021 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 2016-2018 Hyundai Veloster Base 2012-2019 Hyundai Kona 2018-2019 |
TK-107B | Fits the low beam for Hyundai Genesis Sedan 2012 Hyundai i30 2014 Fits the high beam for Hyundai Elantra 2017-2018 Kia Sedona 2015-2018 |
TK-108B | BMW 530i 2001 Low Beam Mercedes Benz E500 2003-2005 High Beam VW Polo MK5 2010-2017 Touran 2010-2018 Lavida, Lamando, Touran, Tiguan, Hyundai Starex VAN |
TK-111B | Mazda 3 2005 Low Beam Toyota Celica 2000-2006 H7 Low Beam Mazda CX-7 2011-2012 Low Beam |
TK-112 | Fits the low beam for VW Passat 2009-2011 VW EOS 2008-2010 Audi A5 2010 |
TK-114B | Fits the low beam for VW Golf 2010-2017 VW GTI 2011-2017 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI 2011-2014 VW Tiguan 2012-2017 VW Passat 2012-2019 MB Sprinter 2500 2015-2018 MB Metris 2016-2018 |
TK-117B | Fits the low beam for Hyundai Elantra GT 2018-2019 Hyundai Ioniq 2017-2020 Hyundai Tucson 2016-2020 Kia Sedona 2015-2018 Kia Forte5 2017-2018 |
TK-119A | Fits the low beam for VW Golf 2006-2007 VW Rabbit 2007 VW Jetta 2006-2010 |