I've been told by cops that it's illegal to operate a vehicle with no muffler, but I've also been told by other cops and muffler shops that it's not illegal.
2006-10-25 13:19:25 · 8 answers · asked by xcyborgmunkyx 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
reading the state law is easy on the net!!
IC 9-19-8
Chapter 8. Mufflers and Noise Limits
IC 9-19-8-1
Application of chapter
Sec. 1. This chapter applies to every motor vehicle except an
antique motor vehicle registered under IC 9-18-12-1.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
IC 9-19-8-2
Muffler leaks, alteration, or deterioration
Sec. 2. A motor vehicle must be equipped with a muffler free
from the following visually discernible conditions:
(1) Exhaust gas leaks.
(2) Alteration of muffler elements.
(3) Deterioration of muffler elements.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
IC 9-19-8-3
Operation of muffler or noise dissipative device
Sec. 3. A motor vehicle must be equipped with a muffler or other
noise dissipative device that meets the following conditions:
(1) Is in good working order.
(2) Is in constant operation to prevent excessive noise.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
IC 9-19-8-4
Muffler cutouts and bypasses
Sec. 4. A motor vehicle may not be equipped with any of the
following:
(1) A muffler cutout.
(2) A bypass.
(3) Any similar device.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
IC 9-19-8-5
Excessive fumes or smoke
Sec. 5. The engine and power mechanism of a motor vehicle must
be equipped and adjusted so as to prevent the escape of excessive
fumes or smoke.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
IC 9-19-8-6
United States Department of Transportation regulations;
classification of violations
Sec. 6. (a) This section does not apply to a person who owns or
operates a vehicle or combination of vehicles that:
(1) contains parts and accessories; and
(2) is equipped;
as required under regulations of the United States Department of
Transportation.
(b) A person who violates this chapter commits a Class C
infraction.
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7.
2006-10-31 00:47:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Street vehicles in every province and state are required to have mufflers. There is no muffler shop that would tell people they aren't required on vehicles. Have you ever been in a car that lost the muffler? Try it once, and you won't even think about the question again, unless your hearing is already damaged and you can leave your hearing aid off. Off-road may be a different story.
2006-10-25 20:26:11 · answer #2 · answered by Fred C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the two mufflers on my 1992 Saab 900 worked loose and the sound was unbearable until I hung it back up. On the way to work one day, the catalytic converter decided to break. It was kinda cool at first, but became very unbearable!!! You need a muffler!!!
2006-10-25 20:30:36 · answer #3 · answered by J W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's illegal in any state not to have a muffler.
2006-10-25 21:46:45 · answer #4 · answered by mister ss 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All states have muffler laws,some may not allow after market mufflers.
Mac
2006-10-30 13:26:03 · answer #5 · answered by camac37 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i own a repair shop,and its illegal in any state to run without a muffler on a car,,it has to do with the decibel law ,for loudness on a vehicle,but yes it is not legal to drive it and it loud,good luck i hope this help,s.
2006-10-25 20:25:28 · answer #6 · answered by dodge man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
trust me...you need mufflers
2006-10-25 20:22:36 · answer #7 · answered by Kenneth S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes :(
2006-10-25 20:21:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋