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1801 S 25th St, 19145 · PA
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Pennsylvania vehicle safety inspection
Yes — safety inspection is required. Pennsylvania requires an annual vehicle safety inspection for most registered vehicles at official PennDOT inspection stations. Safety inspection is separate from the emissions (I/M) program in designated counties; some non-I/M counties include a visual anti-tampering check during safety inspection.
Key facts
- Cadence
- annual
- Fee
- See notes — Fees are set and posted by each official PennDOT inspection station; they do not include repairs.
- Program
- Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection Program
- Administered by
- PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services
- Official locator
- interactive
- Emissions relationship
- Separate I/M emissions in designated counties
Who must get inspected
Most Pennsylvania-registered vehicles must obtain an annual safety inspection under 75 Pa.C.S. Chapter 47 and display a current inspection sticker. Vehicle class rules and exemptions are in PUB 45 / 67 Pa. Code Chapter 175.
What is inspected
- Suspension, steering, brakes, tires/wheels
- Lighting and electrical systems, glass, mirrors, wipers/washer/defroster
- Fuel, exhaust, horn, speedometer/odometer, body and chassis (PUB 45 Subchapter E for passenger cars/light trucks)
- Visual anti-tampering check in many non-I/M counties
Emissions relationship
Separate I/M emissions in designated counties. Keep safety and emissions searches separate when locating stations.
Find stations in Pennsylvania
Sample listings below. Prefer the official locator when available.
AutoCure Automotive Center
907 E Snyder Ave, 19147 · PA
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BTH Auto Services
5829 Woodland Ave, 19143 · PA
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CK Auto Image Repairs LLC
718 Washington Ave, 19147 · PA
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Commission Auto
1028 W Tioga St, 19140 · PA
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Cona Peter A
2025 S Juniper St, 19148 · PA
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Costs & payment
Fees are set and posted by each official PennDOT inspection station; they do not include repairs.
Fail / retest rules
Rejection and reinspection procedures are in PennDOT PUB 45 / 67 Pa. Code Chapter 175. Confirm retest timing and any fee with the inspecting station.
How to prepare
- Use the PennDOT county inspection station search
- Confirm whether your county also requires emissions (I/M)
- Bring registration; fix obvious light/tire issues first
- Verify the station posts current safety inspection fees
Official sources
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. Always confirm with the primary source before you drive.
- https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv/vehicle-services/inspection-and-safety-requirements/safety-inspection-program
- https://www.dot3e.penndot.gov/business_services/inspection_stations.jsp
- https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv/faqs/motor-vehicle-faqs/safety-inspection-consumers-faqs
- https://www.palegis.us/statutes/consolidated/view-statute?chpt=47&div=0&ttl=75&txtType=HTM
Recent changes
Track dated fee, cadence, and program updates on the Pennsylvania changes guide. Until a new statute or agency notice is cited there, rely on the official program URL and sources above.
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FAQ
Does Pennsylvania require a yearly safety inspection?
Yes. PennDOT’s Safety Inspection Program generally requires annual safety inspection of covered vehicles at official inspection stations.
Where do I find official PennDOT inspection stations?
Use PennDOT’s county-based Safety Inspection Stations search (dot3e.penndot.gov) and confirm the shop is in good standing.
Is safety inspection the same as emissions?
No. Emissions (I/M) applies in designated counties. Safety inspection is statewide under Chapter 47 / PUB 45 and is separate from I/M, though some non-I/M counties include a visual anti-tampering check.
How much does a PA safety inspection cost?
Stations set and post their own inspection fees. Repairs to correct defects are separate.
Who must get a Pennsylvania vehicle safety inspection?
Most Pennsylvania-registered vehicles must obtain an annual safety inspection under 75 Pa.C.S. Chapter 47 and display a current inspection sticker. Vehicle class rules and exemptions are in PUB 45 / 67 Pa. Code Chapter 175.
What does Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection Program inspect?
Suspension, steering, brakes, tires/wheels; Lighting and electrical systems, glass, mirrors, wipers/washer/defroster; Fuel, exhaust, horn, speedometer/odometer, body and chassis (PUB 45 Subchapter E for passenger cars/light trucks); Visual anti-tampering check in many non-I/M counties
What happens if I fail inspection in Pennsylvania?
Rejection and reinspection procedures are in PennDOT PUB 45 / 67 Pa. Code Chapter 175. Confirm retest timing and any fee with the inspecting station.
How much does vehicle inspection cost in Pennsylvania?
Fees are set and posted by each official PennDOT inspection station; they do not include repairs.
About this page
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. FindSafetyStations is not affiliated with PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services.