Exterior Lighting

How do I replace a cracked RV porch light cover or lens?

Most RV porch lights use a snap-fit or two-screw lens that pops off without removing the full fixture. Pull your existing cover, check for a molded part number on the inside (common references include E476789 and the Starlights/ITC families), then match it to a replacement lens of the same length, width, and mounting style. If the housing is also damaged or the gasket has dry-rotted, replacing the complete fixture is usually faster than sourcing individual pieces. Confirm the bulb type (incandescent wedge base vs. integrated LED) before ordering so the new lens diffuses light the way you expect.

Do these RV porch lights come with a built-in switch?

Some do, some do not. Fixtures labeled "with switch" have an integrated on/off toggle or push-button on the housing itself, useful when there is no interior wall switch wired to the light. Fixtures without a switch are designed to be controlled from inside the coach. Check the product title and the wiring diagram on the listing before you order, and if you are replacing an existing light, match the switched/unswitched configuration to avoid rewiring. For related 12V wiring components and adapters, see our RV electronics and RV plug adapter collections.

Are the porch lights in this collection LED or incandescent?

Both. The collection includes legacy incandescent porch lights (typically 1141 or 1156 wedge bulbs) and newer LED fixtures that draw roughly 0.1 to 0.3 amps and run cooler on long boondocking nights. LED versions are the better choice if you are running off battery or solar, since amp draw is a fraction of an incandescent equivalent. Check the listing for the exact wattage, lumen output, and color temperature (warm white around 3000K, cool white around 5000K) so the porch glow matches the rest of your exterior lighting.

How do I know which replacement porch light fits my RV?

Measure the existing fixture's overall length and width, the mounting hole spacing, and note any part number stamped on the back plate or lens (E476789 is one of the most common). Photograph the wiring connection so you can confirm whether your coach uses a two-wire pigtail or screw terminals. Bringing those three details to the listing, dimensions, mount pattern, and wire type, will get you to the correct fit on the first order. Need help confirming fitment? Text or call our team at 817-984-1852.

Does United RV Parts offer free shipping on exterior lighting orders?

Yes. Orders over $100 ship free within the contiguous U.S. Most porch lights, lenses, and covers in this collection are small parcel items that ship within one to two business days from order confirmation. If you are bundling lighting with seasonal maintenance items like a winterizing kit or a patio mat, the combined order typically clears the free shipping threshold.