No, muffler deletes are illegal in Romania under OUG 195/2002 and Ordinul 1581/2018, which mandate EU-compliant noise and emissions standards. The Romanian Police and Autoritatea Națională pentru Protecția Mediului enforce these rules, with 2026 inspections targeting non-compliant vehicles.
Key Regulations for Muffler Deletes in Romania
- EU Noise Directive (2000/14/EC): Vehicles must not exceed 92 dB(A) for passenger cars; muffler deletes void this certification.
- Ordinul 1581/2018: Mandates original or equivalent exhaust systems; aftermarket modifications require Certificat de Conformitate from the manufacturer.
- OUG 195/2002: Illegal modifications risk fines (RON 1,000–5,000) and mandatory restoration of the original system within 30 days.
Penalties escalate for repeat offenses, including vehicle immobilization. The Ministerul Mediului and ITM conduct roadside checks, with 2026 EU-wide enforcement tightening. No retroactive exemptions exist for pre-2020 vehicles.