Wheel & Tire Protrusion in West Virginia
Legal
West Virginia has no fender, mudguard, splash-guard, or flap requirement and no limit on tire protrusion.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
A full review of the equipment article found no on-point section; the general duty not to drive an unsafe or improperly equipped vehicle still applies.
Specific Limits
- Protrusion limit
- none
Frequently Asked Questions
Are wheel & tire protrusion legal in West Virginia?
West Virginia has no fender, mudguard, splash-guard, or flap requirement and no limit on tire protrusion.
What are the exact wheel & tire protrusion limits in West Virginia?
Protrusion limit: none.
Street-legal wheel & tire protrusion picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in West Virginia.
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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