Is a trailer built before ABS was required legally allowed to be retrofitted with an antilock system?
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Correct answer to question 68 (Combination Vehicles): Yes, retrofitting is possible and can be a worthwhile safety upgrade even though it isn't required on older trailers
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Older trailers built before ABS requirements took effect can still be fitted with the system afterward, and while it isn't mandatory on them, it can meaningfully improve braking safety.
Updated: November 2026