What is the minimum legal tread depth of the tire on a vehicle?

Answer 1

1/32 inch (according to driversed.com)

From the California Vehicle Code online: (1) One thirty-second (1/32) of an inch tread depth in any two adjacent grooves at any location of the tire, except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3).

(2) Four thirty-second (4/32) of an inch tread depth at all points in all major grooves on a tire on the steering axle of any motor vehicle specified in Section 34500, and two thirty-second (2/32) of an inch tread depth at all points in all major grooves on all other tires on the axles of these vehicles.

(3) Six thirty-second (6/32) of an inch tread depth at all points in all major grooves on snow tires used in lieu of tire traction devices in posted tire traction device control areas.

Answer 2

The minimum legal tread depth for tires on a vehicle is typically 2/32 of an inch. This is considered the safety standard for tire tread depth as it helps ensure proper traction and handling on the road. It is important to regularly check tire tread depth to maintain safety while driving.

Answer 3

The tread on each tire should not be less than 2/32 of an inch deep on each tire. The tires should be free from any defects.

Answer 4

1mm

Answer 5

1/32 inch

Answer 6

3/32

Answer 7

2mm