Smoked Halo Tail Lights Square Rear Combination for Wrangler - Bold

Our review of the Smoked Halo tail light assembly finds it best suited for Jeep and classic off-road owners who want a dramatic LED upgrade and clear night visibility. The single biggest reason to buy is the combination of strong LED clusters - 32 red Halo LEDs plus white reverse and license plate LEDs - that deliver noticeably brighter brake, turn and reverse illumination compared with old incandescent assemblies. It is a practical replacement for Wrangler TJ, YJ and CJ models when the buyer is prepared to splice and modify wiring rather than expect a plug-and-play swap.

Key Features

• Smoked lens design: gives a modern, subtle aesthetic while still allowing bright LED output for improved rear visibility.
• Comprehensive LED array: 32 Halo LEDs for brake/parking/turns plus 18 white back-up LEDs and 6 license plate LEDs provide layered illumination for safety and appearance.
• Includes side markers: passenger and driver side marker lights are supplied so the rear assembly looks and functions complete after installation.
• Bolt-in replacement: the rear housing bolts in with an approximate bolt distance near 2 in for straightforward mechanical fitment on compatible models.
• Wiring guidance provided: color coding for ground, reverse, tail and stop makes splicing and integration clearer for installers comfortable with vehicle wiring.

Who It's For

This kit is ideal for owners of 1997-2006 Wrangler TJ, 1987-1995 Wrangler YJ, and a range of CJ models who want a smoked, modern tail light look with brighter LED performance for braking, signaling and reversing. It also appeals to DIY mechanics and custom truck owners who are comfortable cutting the original pigtail and splicing the new harness.

It is not for drivers who need a simple plug-and-play swap without modifications or those unwilling to add resistors when an incandescent flasher causes hyperflash. If you prefer factory-direct wiring or zero cutting, look for a plug-and-play option instead.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Stylish smoked lens with strong LED brightness that improves nighttime visibility and vehicle appearance.
• Complete lighting set including side markers and license plate LEDs for a finished installation look.
• Clear wiring labels reduce guesswork during splicing and make it usable for experienced installers.

Cons

• Not plug-and-play: requires cutting the stock tail lamp pigtail and splicing to the new assembly.
• May need additional resistors with some incandescent stock systems to prevent flashing, and resistors are not included.

Specifications

Compatibility	1997-2006 Wrangler TJ, 1987-1995 Wrangler YJ, 1976-1986 CJ7, 1981-1985 CJ8, 1976-1983 CJ5
LED configuration	32 red Halo LEDs, 18 white back-up LEDs, 6 license plate LEDs, 3 side reflector LEDs
Lens	Smoked lens design
Installation type	Bolt-in replacement; cut and splice pigtail required
Bolt distance	Approximately 2 in
Wiring colors	White = ground, Blue = reverse, Black = tail/license/marker, Red = stop/turn
Includes	Driver and passenger tail assemblies plus side marker lights and hardware

Our Verdict

For Jeep and classic truck owners who want a modern smoked look with substantially brighter LEDs, this tail light assembly is a strong value if you can handle basic wiring and splicing. It upgrades brake, turn and reverse illumination and includes side markers, but buyers should budget time for installation and potential resistors if their stock system uses incandescent flashers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a plug-and-play replacement?
No. The kit requires cutting the stock pigtail and splicing into the new assembly; some modifications are necessary.

Will these cause hyperflash with my stock blinker?
They can when installed on incandescent flasher systems; resistors may be required and are not included.

Do both sides and license lights come with the kit?
Yes. The kit includes driver and passenger tail assemblies, side marker lights and license plate LEDs.