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License plates are secured in place by small screws. They can wear out, rust, or go missing over time and must be replaced.
The most common license plate screw size used in vehicles with plastic retainers is 1/4" - 14 x 3/4" inch, while those with a metal retainer require a specific size and type to avoid damaging the retainer.
Below, in this article, we will give you the license plate screw sizes of a wide range of manufacturers, including Acura, BMW, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, and Nissan vehicles, among many others.
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The first ¼ fraction represents the screw's threaded diameter in inches, the middle number 14 represents the number of threads on the screw, and the ¾ fraction represents the screw's length in inches.
The head of the license plate screw will usually receive one of the most common driver types, such as flathead, phillips, or robertson screwdriver.
Most vehicles use a plastic or nylon receiver or retainer that allows for a "universal sized" screw. Still, some vehicles use threaded metal holes that need the exact-sized screws. The advantage of the retainers is that they can be replaced if they get damaged.
If the vehicle has metal threaded holes, the same size screw will have to be used for that make and model.
In this case, it may be best to purchase the screws at your vehicle's dealership.
They will still be relatively inexpensive at the dealership, and you can be sure to get the proper size.
Screw Type | Make | License Plate Screw Size |
- | Acura | M6 - 1 x 20mm |
Slotted Hex Washer Head | Audi | M6 - 1.0 x 8mm - 16mm |
Phillips Truss Head | BMW | M5 x 0.8 x 8 - 16mm |
Slotted Truss Head | Chevrolet | #14 x 3/4″ |
- | Chrysler | #12 |
Slotted Truss | Ford | 1/4”- 20 x 5/8” |
Slotted Hex Washer Head | Ford F-150 | 1/4″ - 14 x 5/8” |
- | General Motors | 1/4″ - 14 x 3/4″ |
Phillips Pan Head | Honda | M6 x 1.0 x 12-20mm |
- | Kia | M6 x 1.0 x 25mm |
Slotted Pan Head | Lexus | M6 x 1.0 x 25mm |
- | Mazda | M6 x 1.0 x 25mm |
- | Mercedes Benz | M6 x 1.0 x 8-16mm M5 x 0.8 x 8-16mm |
Slotted Hex Washer Head | Nissan and Infiniti | M6 x 16mm |
- | Porsche | M6 x 1.0 x 8-16mm |
Slotted Pan Head | Toyota | M6 x 1.0 x 25mm |
The most common license plate screw sizes for Acura license plates are M6 x 1 x 16mm and M6 x 1 x 20mm.
The most common license plate screw size for Audi license plates is M6 x 1.0 x 8mm - 16mm.
The standard BMW license plate screw sizes are M4.8 x 16mm and M5 x 0.8 x 8 - 16mm.
Cadillac's standard license plate screw size is M6 x 1.0 x 16mm.
The standard Chevrolet license plate screw size is #14 x 3/4″.
Most Chrysler vehicles' standard license plate screw size is ¼" - 14 x ¾".
The standard license plate screw size for Ford vehicles is 1/4″ x 3/4″.
The standard license plate screw size for Ford F-150 trucks is 14" - 14 x ⅝".
The standard license plate screw size for most GM vehicles is 1/4″ - 14 x 3/4″.
Most Honda vehicles' standard license plate screw size is either M6 x 1.0 x 20mm or ¼" - 14 x 3/4″.
Hyundai vehicles' standard license plate screw sizes are M6 x 1.0 x 16 - 25mm.
The standard license plate screw size for Jeep is 1/4" - 14 x 3/4 "″.
The standard license plate screw size for Kia is M6 x 1.0 x 16 - 25mm.
Lexus vehicles' standard license plate screw size is 6.3mm x 25mm.
Mazda's standard license plate screw size is M6 14 - 20mm.
Mercedes Benz's standard license plate screw size is 6mm x 12 mm.
Most Mitsubishi's standard license plate screw size is M6 x 1.0 x 10mm.
The standard Nissan license plate screw size is ¼" - 14 x ¾".
Pontiacs' standard license plate screw size is M6 x 1.0 x 16mm.
The standard Porsche license plate screw size is ¼" - 14 x ¾".
The standard license plate size for a Ram Truck is ¼" - 14 x ¾".
The standard license plate size for Subaru is 1/4″ x 3/4″.
The standard license plate size for Suzuki is #14 1/4″ x 3/4″.
The standard license plate size for Tesla is M5 x 0.8 X 8mm.
The standard license plate screw size for Toyota is M6 x 1.0 x 25mm.
Most Volkswagen's standard license plate screw size is M6 x 1.0 x 16mm.
The standard license plate screw size for Volvo is M6 x 1.0 x 16mm.
Anti Theft License Plate Screws use special tamper-proof security pin-compatible tools to secure the screws and keep thieves from stealing your plates and frames.
M6 refers to a metric 6 mm screw.
License plate screws are available online at websites such as Amazon or eBay and your local auto parts store.
The article above helped you find what size license plate screws of your particular vehicle are.
It is important to install the correct license plate screws for your particular manufacturer, especially if there are metal threaded holes as opposed to the plastic or nylon holders, which are more forgiving.
License plate screws are readily available either online or at your local auto parts store.
Post Written By AutoPadre
Post Written By AutoPadre
Post Written By AutoPadre