SOURCE-LINKED REGULATION GUIDE
UN R124 — Replacement wheels
Review manufacture and vehicle-fitment requirements for replacement wheels.
Explore the scopeWhat does it cover?
UN R124 covers new replacement wheels intended for the defined vehicle categories. This version distinguishes them from original-equipment wheels, replacement wheels supplied by the vehicle manufacturer and special wheels subject to national approval. It includes both manufacturing and fitment requirements, so identifying the product’s wheel category comes first.
Who is it for?
Wheel manufacturers, aftermarket-parts suppliers and vehicle-compatibility teams.
Which subjects are addressed?
- New replacement wheels
- Distinction from original equipment
- Special-wheel exception
- Manufacturing and fitment requirements
Common question
Does R124 cover every new wheel?
No. The scope distinguishes original equipment, vehicle-manufacturer replacement wheels and special wheels. The text also specifies an exception concerning the fixing arrangement.
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