Pennsylvania Laws Against Off Road Vehicles With Oversize Tires
Off-road vehicle modifications are a popular way to change the appearance and functionality of your vehicle. These modifications can help turn a street legal vehicle into one that can move easily through rough terrain. The laws concerning the legality of over-size tire modifications varies by state.
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Size
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In Pennsylvania, all over-size tires on vehicles must not extend past the fenders of the vehicle. These tires must safely be covered by the tire well and should have a mud flap behind the rear tires to limit debris that could damage other cars.
Insurance
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All tire modifications in Pennsylvania must be allowed and covered by your insurance policy. Check with your insurance carrier before completing the vehicle modifications and register the changes with them. All vehicle modifications, including over-size tires, that do not meet insurance limits are considered illegal under state law.
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Illegal Modifications
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Vehicles driven on a street or highway in Pennsylvania that appear to not meet vehicle modification laws may be detained by law enforcement. Drivers may receive a warning or ticket with the order to remove over-size tires. If the vehicle is considered too dangerous to travel the road safely, it can be confiscated and the driver ticketed.
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