Arizona Windshield Law Guide: What You Need to Know

Arizona has its own laws which expand on federal regulations and apply to all motor vehicles operating in the state.

General Requirements

1. All motor vehicles are required to have an "adequate" windshield.

2. Windshields must be made of safety glass, which is glass that is designed and/or manufactured to prevent shattering and flying pieces when struck or broken.

Exceptions by Vehicle Type and Age

1. The following vehicles are considered exceptions and do not need a windshield:

• Motorcycles, ATVs and golf cars manufactured before June 17, 1998.
• Antique vehicles not originally equipped with one. For instance, horseless carriage-type vehicles made around the turn of the century.

2. Golf cars are not required to have a windshield made of safety glass (due to their slow operating speeds when operated as designed on golf courses).

Equipment Requirements and Guidelines

1. Wipers:

• Are required for every vehicle type with a windshield except golf carts.
• Must be driver-controllable.
• Must be able to remove all types of moisture that can accumulate on a windshield, including rain, snow, hail, etc.

2. Windshield tint is allowed within the following guidelines:

• The tint needs to be non-reflective.
• It cannot be applied past the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
• Cannot be red (no red tint is allowed on any vehicle windows).

3. Stickers are allowed provided they do not obstruct the driver's field of vision.

Health Exceptions

Exceptions to these guidelines can be made for personal safety and health reasons. For instance, people who medically need tint on all their windows to minimize sun exposure while driving can request a formal exception.