Section 1632 – Bumpers.

• (1) A motor vehicle shall be equipped with a bumper on both front and rear of the motor vehicle, except a motor vehicle that was not originally designed or manufactured with a bumper or bumpers.

• (2)
  • (a) On a motor vehicle required to have bumpers under Subsection (1), a bumper shall be:
    • (i) at least 4.5 inches in vertical height;
    • (ii) centered on the vehicle’s center line; and
    • (iii) extend no less than the width of the respective wheel track distance.
  • (b) A bumper shall be securely mounted, horizontal load bearing, and attached to the motor vehicle’s frame to effectively transfer impact when engaged.

• (3) If a motor vehicle is originally or later equipped with a bumper, the bumper shall:
  • (a) be maintained in operational condition; and
  • (b) comply with this section.

• (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.

Amended by Chapter 412, 2015 General Session