Window Tint in Tennessee
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Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 35% VLT.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 35% VLT. A ±3% tolerance applies.
Specific Limits
- Back window
- 35% VLT minimum
- Rear side windows
- 35% VLT minimum
- Front side windows
- 35% VLT minimum
Frequently Asked Questions
Are window tint legal in Tennessee?
Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 35% VLT.
What are the exact window tint limits in Tennessee?
Back window: 35% VLT minimum. Rear side windows: 35% VLT minimum. Front side windows: 35% VLT minimum. Source: Tenn. Code § 55-9-107.
Street-legal window tint picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Tennessee.
Pre-cut window tint kit
Cut for your exact make and model. Pick a shade at or above your state's front-window VLT limit.
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Know your actual VLT before an officer or inspection station measures it for you.
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Squeegees, slip solution, and trimming tools for a bubble-free DIY install.
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