Some states do not require any form of notice. A uniform federal disclosure provision could ensure that all vehicles meeting a clearly defined standard will be sold with notice and that the notice will stay with the vehicle. From the manufacturer's perspective, a clear, reasonable standard triggering disclosure or branding requirements is essential. This would disadvantage consumers and manufacturers by hurting consumer satisfaction generally. If the manufacturer can produce evidence that it applied the brand or provided the notice, that should be the end of its responsibility.
Clarity is also important.
AIAM would recommend a clear, specific standard such as that recently enacted in Florida. The standard would need only slight modification to have nationwide applicability. A clear and consistent federal standard will facilitate better compliance. A clear uniform national standard for disclosure that provides actual notice to consumers could be implemented in several ways. It is particularly important to find a way to provide consumers with information before they purchase, not after the fact.