Report broken traffic signs or traffic lights
Have you noticed a broken or damaged traffic sign while driving? If so, you can report it.
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Basic information
Traffic signs or traffic control devices that are defective or not functioning properly can pose a hazard to road traffic.
If you notice a malfunction or damage, you can report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles or the Department of Public Works.
In the event of an immediate danger, you can also notify the police or the local government.
This may include, for example:
- Traffic lights / traffic signal systems
- Malfunction
- Incorrect timing
- Individual lights out
- Call button not working
- Audible signal for blind and visually impaired people not working
- Traffic signal pole twisted or crooked
- Traffic signs
- Traffic sign destroyed, soiled, or covered with stickers
- Traffic sign with anti-constitutional symbols
- Faded traffic sign
- Traffic sign does not reflect light at night
- Pole twisted or crooked
- Traffic sign overgrown
- Defective road markings
- Defects in
- the lighting at pedestrian crossings or crosswalks
- Parking ticket machines
- Barriers, bollards, and guardrails
Requirements
Have you noticed a damaged traffic sign or a malfunctioning traffic light while driving?
- Traffic lights / traffic signal systems
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Procedure
Report a malfunction or damage online.
- Describe the damage.
- Provide the exact location.
- Ideally, document the damage with a photo. Make sure you own the rights to the photo and that no people or license plates are recognizable.
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Necessary Documents
- Location of the damage, first name, last name, and email address
- Type of Malfunction
- Pictures, if any
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Online Services
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Traffic Light Malfunction Report
You can report a malfunctioning or damaged traffic light here. -
Report a Problem with Roads, Bicycle Lanes, and Sidewalks
You can report a broken or damaged traffic sign here.
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Fees / Costs
gebührenfrei
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
There is no deadline.
How long does it take to process
Not specified.
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Legal Bases
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 16.07.2026