🚛PACCAR Petitions NHTSA for Exemption on Vehicle Safety Compliance
PACCAR, Inc., Receipt of Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance
Summary
PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) has determined that certain model year (MY) 2022-2025 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 121, Air Brake Systems. PACCAR filed a noncompliance report dated December 17, 2024, and amended the report on January 14, 2025. PACCAR petitioned NHTSA (the "Agency") on January 9, 2025, for a decision that the subject noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety. This document announces receipt of PACCAR's petition.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The petition from PACCAR regarding noncompliance with safety standards has significant implications for businesses involved in the manufacturing and sale of vehicles. It addresses compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, affecting operational policies and liability considerations for manufacturers and dealers.