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Wheel & Tire Protrusion in Florida

Legal

Florida does not require tires to stay within the fender line and has no fender-flare mandate for cars.

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

What the law says

Splash and spray suppressant devices are required only for trucks of 26,000 lb GVW or more, truck tractors, and trailers with net weight of 2,000 lb or more. Agricultural and forestry vehicles are exempt.

Specific Limits

Protrusion limit
none

Exceptions & Exemptions

Wheels and tires must not extend beyond the fender wells or body of the vehicle unless covered by fender flares or mud flaps that extend to cover the protrusion

Statute

Fla. Stat. § 316.252

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are wheel & tire protrusion legal in Florida?
Florida does not require tires to stay within the fender line and has no fender-flare mandate for cars.
What are the exact wheel & tire protrusion limits in Florida?
Protrusion limit: none. Source: Fla. Stat. § 316.252.
Are there exceptions for wheel & tire protrusion in Florida?
Wheels and tires must not extend beyond the fender wells or body of the vehicle unless covered by fender flares or mud flaps that extend to cover the protrusion

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