Tinted Windows: How to Avoid Fines and Ensure Your Car is Legal in Romania

Cluj-Napoca, Romania – Car owners with tinted windows often face uncertainty regarding legal compliance, particularly concerning documentation. A recent video from Masterfol Cluj, a local automotive service provider, sheds light on the distinctions between factory-tinted and aftermarket-tinted windows and the necessary steps to ensure legality. According to the video, if a vehicle's windows are factory-tinted, they will typically feature a 'V43R' code inscribed on the glass. Additionally, looking from the interior, the tint's intensity should be uniform across the entire window, including the edges. Vehicles with such factory tints do not require any additional documentation and are unlikely to encounter issues during technical inspections or police checks. However, for cars with aftermarket window films, the situation differs. Owners should look for a conformity sticker placed between the glass and the film. If this sticker is present, the next step is to contact the company that installed the films to obtain a copy of the declaration of conformity. This document is crucial for legal compliance. The video emphasizes that if a conformity sticker cannot be found, or if the original installer cannot provide the necessary documentation, the only legal option is to have the window films replaced at an automotive workshop authorized by the Romanian Automotive Register (R.A.R.). A list of these authorized workshops can be found on the rarom.ro website. This information aims to help drivers navigate the regulations and avoid potential penalties.