🏍️Kawasaki's Petition on Motorcycle Noncompliance Granted by NHTSA
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Grant of Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance
Summary
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC), has determined that certain model year (MY) 2020-2021 Kawasaki ZR900F and ZRT00K motorcycles do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 123, Motorcycle Controls and Displays. KMC filed a noncompliance report dated November 16, 2020. KMC simultaneously petitioned NHTSA on November 16, 2020, for a decision that the subject noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety. This notice announces the grant of KMC's petition.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The document relates to Kawasaki Motors Corp.’s petition regarding noncompliance with safety standards. The implications for business owners include awareness of compliance and regulatory obligations, especially concerning product safety and potential liabilities. The exemption from mandatory notifications may affect product recall strategies and consumer trust.