A cracked or missing mirror is a safety issue. Here’s how to choose the right replacement and what features to look for.

    Your side mirrors are essential for lane changes and parking, and driving with a broken one can be unsafe and may be illegal in your area. Replacing one is often easier than people expect.

    Know your mirror type

    • Manual:

      Adjusted by hand or with a small lever.

    • Power:

      Adjusted from inside with a switch.

    • Heated:

      Clears fog and ice.

    • With signal or blind spot indicator:

      Includes extra electronics, so the connector must match.

    Mirror glass vs. full assembly
    If only the glass is cracked, replacing just the glass is cheaper. If the housing, motor or mounting is damaged, replace the full assembly.

    How to pick the right one

    1. Note the side:

      driver (left) or passenger (right).

    2. Match your vehicle’s make, model and year.
    3. Check the features on your current mirror, such as power, heat and signals, and match them.
    4. Choose a paintable or color-matched cover if you want it to blend with the body.
  • Our tip:

    Count the pins on your old mirror’s wiring connector before ordering. It is the easiest way to be sure the new one will plug in.

    • Shop driver and passenger side mirrors in our Mirrors category.