Does the Accord need to file for modification of fishbone taillights?
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Modification of car taillights requires filing. The modification of taillights must be filed and approved before passing the annual inspection. If the vehicle taillight modification is not filed and is directly modified for road use, the traffic police will issue a warning and impose a fine and penalty points. The following are the relevant regulations for car modifications: 1. To carry out motor vehicle modifications, they must be within the scope specified by the traffic management department, such as modifications to the body color, engine, fuel type, and frame number. After submitting an application, the driver must obtain approval from the traffic management department before proceeding with the modification. 2. No unit or individual may assemble a motor vehicle or alter the registered structure, construction, or characteristics of a motor vehicle without authorization. 3. Unauthorized modifications to the motor vehicle chassis, engine, suspension, transmission system, steering system, tire rims, lights, body color painting, and exterior structure without the permission of the public security traffic management department, as well as any technical data of the motor vehicle that does not match the data announced by the State Council motor vehicle product authority, are considered modification acts.
I just replaced the taillights of my Honda Accord with a fishbone style last month, and honestly, it looks pretty cool. But after the modification, a friend reminded me that I might need to register the changes at the vehicle management office. Not wanting any trouble, I went to check. They explained that switching to fishbone lights, which are non-original designs, counts as a significant exterior change. Without registration, it might fail the annual inspection or even result in a fine. The registration process is simple—just fill out a few forms and pay a small fee—it doesn’t take much time. So, I suggest checking the policies before any modifications to avoid detours like mine, ensuring safety first and peace of mind.
