Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 257 / 626

¿Es obligatorio llevar un extintor en un coche de uso privado?

Is it compulsory to carry a fire extinguisher in a private car?

ASí.Yes.
BNo.No.
CSí, si transporta a más de 5 personas, incluido el conductor.Yes, if it carries more than 5 people, including the driver.

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BNo.No.

Explanation

Annex XII of the General Vehicle Regulations does not include a fire extinguisher in the equipment a car must carry, whatever the number of occupants. It is only required for buses, goods and mixed-use vehicles over 3,500 kg, and vehicle combinations.

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