Nevada Catalytic Converter Law

Nevada Catalytic Converter Law FAQ

How common is catalytic converter theft in las vegas?

In North Las Vegas, officer Alexander Cuevas described the theft of catalytic converters as uncommon. In an email, he said the city has had “21 total incidents involving thefts of catalytic converters” since January, with one of those crimes categorized as an attempted theft.

Are aftermarket catalytic converters required by law in california?

CARB-compliant aftermarket replacement converters are required for California Emissions Certified vehicles, model years 2001 and newer, operated in the state. EPA-compliant converters may be used on vehicles from model years 2000 and older, OR all Federal/EPA-only Emissions Certified vehicles, regardless of model year.

How do i choose the right catalytic converter for my vehicle?

Refer to this information to help choose the proper catalytic converter for the vehicle. The regulatory statement will indicate whether the vehicle conforms to EPA (Federal) or CA (CARB) standards or both EPA and CARB (aka 50 State). As a side note, any label that has the phrase LEV (Low Emission Vehicle) in it conforms to CA standards.

What does the label on a catalytic converter mean?

This label contains information about the emissions systems and components of that specific vehicle along with a statement referring to the standards to which that vehicle conforms. Refer to this information to help choose the proper catalytic converter for the vehicle.