Is it a traffic violation to drive with a broken turn signal?
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Driving with a damaged turn signal is considered a traffic violation. According to relevant traffic laws, operating a vehicle with non-compliant safety facilities or driving a motor vehicle that does not meet safety standards (violation code 1073) will result in a fine and 3 penalty points. All lights, as configured in the vehicle's technical documentation, must be complete and functional, including headlights, width indicators, fog lights, and for larger vehicles, corner roof lights and side lights. Below are common turn signal malfunctions: 1. When turning on the left or right turn signal or hazard lights, there is no normal clicking sound, and the turn signal does not light up: This is generally caused by two reasons—either the flasher relay is damaged, or the turn signal fuse has blown. The former can be replaced by oneself, while the latter requires a thorough inspection of the turn signal circuit for any short circuits before replacing the turn signal fuse. 2. When activating the left or right turn signal individually, the flashing frequency is inconsistent, with one side flashing faster than the other: This phenomenon is mainly due to a difference in the power of the turn signal bulbs on either side or poor contact somewhere in the turn signal circuit (most commonly at the connector). 3. The left or right turn signal works normally when activated individually, but when the hazard lights are turned on, one side does not light up: The main cause of this phenomenon is a faulty hazard light switch, which can be resolved by replacing the hazard light switch.
