🛞Michelin Files Petition for Tire Noncompliance with NHTSA
Michelin North America, Inc., Receipt of Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance
Summary
Michelin North America, Inc. (MNA) has determined that certain Uniroyal Laredo AT and Laredo HT replacement tires do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 139, New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles. MNA filed a noncompliance report dated November 3, 2023, and subsequently petitioned NHTSA (the "Agency") on November 28, 2023, for a decision that the subject noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety. This document announces receipt of MNA's petition.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The text outlines a petition by Michelin North America regarding noncompliant tires, impacting regulatory compliance for businesses in automotive manufacturing and distribution. The petition's outcome could influence future responsibilities related to safety standards and liability. Moreover, it highlights NHTSA's role in ensuring compliance with motor vehicle safety regulations, directly relevant to manufacturers and distributors.