Overview
The PIAA H9 G3 LED bulb, part number 26-17409, is a pair of 6200K white LED bulbs with an H9 base, sold as a replacement for factory housings. PIAA marks it as Universal Fit, so it is not tied to one vehicle. You match it by H9 base and housing clearance rather than by model year, which makes it a bulb-by-base-type product and not a kit built for a single vehicle.
The G3 design uses CREE XP-L chips on a thinner circuit board, with up to 50% more light output than earlier models and a wider viewing angle. A slimmer main column places the chips closer to a halogen filament position, which helps the bulb use the reflector and reduces dead spots and light scatter. The bulb is larger than stock, so check clearance before installing, since the dust cover may not be usable on some models. The cooling fan moves 70% more air and cuts fan noise by 40%, and the bulbs carry a 5-year warranty.
Key features
- CREE XP-L LED chips with a wider viewing angle
- Pulse width modulation control that PIAA says removes flickering in most applications
- Adjustable beam for alignment fine-tuning
- Vacuum-effect cooling fan rated by PIAA at 70% more airflow than the previous design
- Fan noise reduced by 40% compared with the previous design
- OE connectors for installation without splicing, cutting or soldering
- 5-year warranty
Matching a universal bulb
A universal bulb is matched by its base type, not by vehicle, so the decision comes down to the socket and the space behind the housing. Start by confirming the base, then compare the bulb body and driver with the room available. Two lamps that take the same base can still differ in depth, reflector shape and cover design.
Once a bulb fits, the next step is aim. LED chips sit in a different position than a halogen filament, so the beam pattern may shift. Check the beam on a level surface after the lamp is back together, and adjust the aim if the housing allows it. A careful test-fit now saves a return or a second install later.
- Confirm the H9 base type first
- Compare bulb depth with the space available
- Check the reflector and cover for contact
- Set aim after reassembly
Specifications
| Brand | PIAA Lighting |
|---|---|
| Part number | 26-17409 |
| UPC | 722935811031 |
| Bulb type | LED |
| Bulb base | H9 |
| Quantity | Pair |
| Color | White |
| Color temperature | 6200K |
| Wattage | 23 W |
| Fitment type | Universal Fit |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Vehicle fitment
This is a bulb sold by base type rather than for a specific vehicle. It is a universal fit product, so the H9 base and bulb size must suit your housing, and the bulb body must clear the housing and cover.
No vehicles are named for this H9 bulb. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The bulbs have factory-style connectors and need no splicing, cutting or soldering. Measure clearance around the housing and dust cover before fitting. The bulbs carry the note that they do not comply with FMVSS108 or CMVSS108, so check your local road-use rules before using them on a road vehicle.
What’s included
A pair of PIAA H9 G3 LED bulbs with OE connectors.
