19A NCAC 03D .0536      WINDSHIELD WIPER

Windshield wipers shall not be approved if:

(1)           the vehicle is not equipped with a windshield wiper or wipers, provided the vehicle has a windshield;

(2)           the wiper or wipers do not operate freely;

(3)           the wiper controls are not so constructed and located that the driver may operate them;

(4)           the wiper or wipers are not adequate to clean rain, snow, and other matter from the windshield; and

(5)           parts of blades or arms are missing or show evidence of damage.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 20-2; 20-39; 20-183.3(a)(5);

Eff. October 1, 1994;

Readopted Eff. October 1, 2021.