Wheel & Tire Protrusion in Connecticut
Conditional
Connecticut requires fenders on all wheels that contact the highway, unless the body or attachments adequately minimize spray to the rear. There is no inch limit, but bare protruding tires are not permitted.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
A violation is an infraction. Buses, trucks, and trailers over 3 tons registered gross weight additionally need flaps.
Specific Limits
- Fenders required
- on all wheels that contact the highway
- Protrusion limit
- none
Frequently Asked Questions
Are wheel & tire protrusion legal in Connecticut?
Connecticut requires fenders on all wheels that contact the highway, unless the body or attachments adequately minimize spray to the rear. There is no inch limit, but bare protruding tires are not permitted.
What are the exact wheel & tire protrusion limits in Connecticut?
Fenders required: on all wheels that contact the highway. Protrusion limit: none. Source: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-104.
Street-legal wheel & tire protrusion picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Connecticut.
Fender flares
The standard fix when wheels stick out past the fender line.
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Several states require them once tires extend beyond the body.
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