Section 171.149. Unsafe operations

(a) General. Vehicles subject to this chapter may not be operated in a condition that is likely to cause an accident or a breakdown of the vehicle.

(b) Exemption. A vehicle subject to this chapter discovered to be in an unsafe condition while being operated on the highway may be continued in operation only to the nearest place where repairs can safely be effected. The operation shall be conducted only if it is less hazardous to the public than to permit the vehicle to remain on the highway.

(c) Securing loose items. Any items stored by the driver shall be secured, so that the items do not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or brake pedal, impede the loading or unloading process or any other operational control for the safe operation of the vehicle.

The provisions of this § 171.149 adopted September 13, 1996, effective September 14, 1996, 26 Pa.B. 4411; amended May 20, 2005, effective May 21, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 3039. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (219665).

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The provisions of this § 171.149 issued under the Vehicle Code, 75 Pa.C.S. § § 4103, 4551—4553 and 6103.