Consolidated Labeling Requirements for Motor Vehicles (Except the VIN)
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This law establishes consolidated labeling requirements for various safety standards in motor vehicles, including warnings for brake fluid, air bags, and fuel types like compressed natural gas (CNG) and hydrogen. It mandates that manufacturers provide specific information on labels to enhance safety and ensure proper usage, addressing the risk of improper installation or use of vehicle components. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments to modify previously approved information collections and to add new labeling requirements which improve compliance and consumer awareness.
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Key Changes
- Addition of new label requirements for CNG and hydrogen vehicles.
- Inclusion of brake fluid warning labels for different vehicle categories.
- Modification of existing information collection protocols.
Obligations
What this law requires
Motor vehicle manufacturers must apply brake fluid warning labels on vehicles with GVWR greater than 3,500 kilograms (7,716 pounds) in compliance with FMVSS No. 105 and 135
Motor vehicle manufacturers must apply brake fluid warning labels on vehicles with GVWR of 3,500 kilograms (7,716 pounds) or less in compliance with FMVSS No. 105 and 135
Motor vehicle manufacturers must apply air bag warning labels to vehicles in compliance with FMVSS No. 208 (Occupant crash protection)
Motor vehicle manufacturers must apply glazing labels to vehicles in compliance with FMVSS No. 205 (Glazing materials)
Motor vehicle manufacturers must apply seat belt labeling to vehicles in compliance with FMVSS No. 209 (Seat belt assemblies)