Headlight & Taillight Tint in Utah
Smoked or tinted film on headlights and taillights is illegal in Utah. Headlights must emit white light and taillights must show red at the required visibility distance, and tint that dims or discolors them violates those requirements.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Smoked or tinted film on headlights and taillights is illegal in Utah. Headlights must emit white light and taillights must show red at the required visibility distance, and tint that dims or discolors them violates those requirements. Utah also bars red light visible from directly in front of the vehicle.
Specific Limits
- Film permitted
- No
- Headlight color
- white
- Taillight color
- red
Exceptions & Exemptions
Utah prohibits any tinting, covering, or modification of headlights and taillights that reduces light output or changes the original color
Frequently Asked Questions
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