Section 301.26. Mirrors.

 

(1)  HSV mirrors shall comply with the requirements of 49 CFR 571.111 . In addition, every HSV with a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds shall have an interior rearview mirror at least 6 x 30 inches overall. There shall also be 2 exterior clear view outside rearview mirrors, one to the left and one to the right of the driver. Area of each mirror shall be not less than 50 square inches overall. Each mirror shall be firmly supported and adjustable to give driver clear views past left rear and right rear of vehicle. The right outside mirror mounts shall include a side angle adjustable convex mirror to provide an additional close-in field of vision located so as not to reduce the visual field of the flat surfaced mirror below 50 square inches, or as an option, have a front mounted mirror; these shall provide a view from the service door rearward.

(2)  Each HSV with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or less shall have:

(a) One interior rearview mirror.

(b) Two outside rearview mirrors. One shall be on the right side and one on the left side of the vehicle.

(3)  Every HSV except an automobile or station wagon transporting minors shall be equipped with a 7 inch cross-view mirror providing a reflection of the road from the front bumper to a point where direct observation is possible.

(4)  Mirrors which are cracked, broken, or clouded shall be replaced.

Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315 , eff. 4-1-82; am. (1), Register, April, 1997, No. 496 , eff. 5-1-97.