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Wheel Rim Certificate - Declaration of Suitability for Wheel Rims Switzerland

In the world of automotive technology, there are numerous documents and certificates that ensure vehicles and their parts meet legal requirements. One of these is the Swiss wheel rim certificate, also known as a declaration of suitability.

What is a wheel rim certificate?

A wheel rim certificate is a document that confirms the technical specifications and legal approval of a wheel rim for a specific vehicle model. It contains important information such as:

  • Manufacturer
  • Brand
  • Model
  • Size
  • Width
  • ET (offset)
  • Centering rings
  • Bolts
  • Compatibility with the vehicle

This document is particularly important if vehicle owners want to fit wheel rims that are not standard.

Importance of the wheel rim certificate

The wheel rim certificate is not only a technical document, but also a legal one. It ensures that the wheel rims meet safety standards and can be legally used on public roads.

Without a valid wheel rim certificate, the use of the wheel rims can lead to legal problems, especially in the event of an accident or a police check.

Differences between wheel rim certificate, wheel rim expert report and wheel rim declaration of suitability

As a rule, the terms wheel rim certificate, wheel rim expert report and declaration of suitability mean the same thing, but they should not be confused with a strength report or a TÜV report.

A strength report or a TÜV report is a comprehensive technical report prepared by an expert. It contains detailed information on:

  • Technical properties of the wheel rim
  • Suitability for specific vehicles
  • Suitable tyre dimensions
  • Load capacity of the wheel rim, etc.

Such wheel rim expert reports are rarely required in Switzerland by the Motor Vehicle Inspection (STVA) in addition to the wheel rim certificate.

The role of the wheel rim certificate in vehicle registration

When registering a vehicle with non-standard wheel rims, it is mandatory to present a valid wheel rim certificate. Without this document, it is not possible to register the wheel rims.

The registration authorities in Switzerland require this document to ensure that the vehicle is safe and legal on the roads.

How and where to obtain a wheel rim certificate?

A wheel rim certificate is relatively easy to apply for. The following information is required:

  • Brand of the wheel rim
  • Model
  • Size
  • Width
  • ET (offset)
  • Bolt circle
  • Information on adapter plates / spacers, if available
  • Vehicle details (preferably with a photo of the vehicle registration document)

With this data, you will receive a wheel rim certificate from an official Swiss wheel rim importer for the respective wheel rim brand.

Of course, you can order your wheel rim certificate for almost all brands directly from us online – no matter where and when you bought your wheel rims.

In addition to brands that we import ourselves, we work with other Swiss importers and offer you everything from a single source.

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