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I can find no mention of a TPMS requirement in my state. My older car has a malfunction in its TPMS and has for 10+ years. The repair cost I was quoted was ridi

I can find no mention of a TPMS requirement in my state. My older car has a malfunction in its TPMS and has for 10+ years. The repair cost I was quoted was ridiculous and I just periodically check the tire pressure with a normal gauge. This vehicle has passed all required inspections for that entire time and the TPMS system hasn't even been mentioned in that context. edit: I found the claim that TPMS was required interesting and a quick web search shows that 13 states in the US don't require vehicle safety inspections AT ALL.

kbolino 2y ago
It is not a state law, it is a Federal regulation under 49 CFR § 571.138 [1]. These requirements were fully effective for manufacturers and "alterers" as of 1 Sep 2008. However, yes, if your state doesn't require it (or doesn't require any inspection), then there's no way to penalize you as vehicle owner or reseller. Mechanics and aftermarket part sellers can still run afoul of USDOT though. [1]: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/571.138 https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/571.138