Wheel & Tire Protrusion in Michigan
Legal
Michigan has no statute requiring fenders, mud flaps, or splash guards, and none limiting how far a tire may extend beyond the fender line. Only the general 8-foot-6-inch width cap applies.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
718, which governs a load carried beyond the fender line — not tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are wheel & tire protrusion legal in Michigan?
Michigan has no statute requiring fenders, mud flaps, or splash guards, and none limiting how far a tire may extend beyond the fender line. Only the general 8-foot-6-inch width cap applies.
Street-legal wheel & tire protrusion picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Michigan.
Fender flares
The standard fix when wheels stick out past the fender line.
Shop on AmazonMud flaps
Several states require them once tires extend beyond the body.
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