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Arizona Exhaust & Muffler Laws (2026)

Info: Your vehicle needs a working muffler. A muffler cutout or bypass (which routes exhaust around the muffler) is prohibited, and excessive fumes or smoke are barred.

InfoVerified Jul 23, 2026

Your vehicle needs a working muffler. A muffler cutout or bypass (which routes exhaust around the muffler) is prohibited, and excessive fumes or smoke are barred. A violation carries a civil penalty. Arizona sets no fixed decibel limit (A.R.S. § 28-955).

Official source: azleg.gov

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