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Matched Legal Cases: ['art 592', 'art 541', 'art 581', 'art 565', 'art 567', 'art 592', 'art 581', 'art 565', 'art\n567']

Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six Passenger Cars Are Eligible for Importation, 5770-5771 [2020-01828] :: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration :: Department Of Transportation :: Regulation Tracker :: Justia
Justia Regulation Tracker Department Of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six Passenger Cars Are Eligible for Importation, 5770-5771 [2020-01828]
Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six Passenger Cars Are Eligible for Importation, 5770-5771 [2020-01828]
Download as PDF 5770 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 21 / Friday, January 31, 2020 / Notices DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [Docket No. NHTSA–2019–0118; Notice 1] Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six Passenger Cars Are Eligible for Importation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Receipt of petition. AGENCY: This document announces the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) receipt of a petition for a decision that model year (MY) 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six passenger cars (PCs) that were not originally manufactured to comply with all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS), are eligible for importation into the United States because they are substantially similar to vehicles that were originally manufactured for sale in the United States and that were certified by their manufacturer as complying with the safety standards (the U.S.certified version of the 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs) and are capable of being readily altered to conform to the standards. DATES: The closing date for comments on the petition is March 2, 2020. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and arguments on this petition. Comments must refer to the docket and notice number cited in the title of this notice and may be submitted by any of the following methods: • Mail: Send comments by mail addressed to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: Deliver comments by hand to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. The Docket Section is open on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for Federal Holidays. • Electronically: Submit comments electronically by logging onto the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) website at https:// www.regulations.gov/. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. • Comments may also be faxed to (202) 493–2251. jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:16 Jan 30, 2020 Jkt 250001 Comments must be written in the English language, and be no greater than 15 pages in length, although there is no limit to the length of necessary attachments to the comments. If comments are submitted in hard copy form, please ensure that two copies are provided. If you wish to receive confirmation that comments you have submitted by mail were received, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard along with the comments. Note that all comments received will be posted without change to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. All comments and supporting materials received before the close of business on the closing date indicated above will be filed in the docket and will be considered. All comments and supporting materials received after the closing date will also be filed and will be considered to the fullest extent possible. All comments, background documentation, and supporting materials submitted to the docket may be viewed by anyone at the address and times given above. The documents may also be viewed on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by following the online instructions for accessing the dockets. The docket ID number for this petition is shown in the heading of this notice. DOT’s complete Privacy Act Statement is available for review in a Federal Register notice published on April 11, 2000, (65 FR 19477–78). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Mazurowski, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance, NHTSA (202–366– 1012). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background Under 49 U.S.C. 30141(a)(1)(A), a motor vehicle that was not originally manufactured to conform to all applicable FMVSS shall be refused admission into the United States unless NHTSA has decided that the motor vehicle is substantially similar to a motor vehicle originally manufactured for importation into and sale in the United States, certified under 49 U.S.C. 30115, and of the same MY as the model of the motor vehicle to be compared, and is capable of being readily altered to conform to all applicable FMVSS. Petitions for eligibility decisions may be submitted by either manufacturers or importers who have registered with NHTSA pursuant to 49 CFR part 592. As specified in 49 CFR 593.7, NHTSA publishes notice of each petition that it receives in the Federal Register, and PO 00000 Frm 00160 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 affords interested persons an opportunity to comment on the petition. At the close of the comment period, NHTSA decides, on the basis of the petition and any comments that it has received, whether the vehicle is eligible for importation. The agency then publishes this decision in the Federal Register. G&K Automotive Conversion, Inc, (Registered Importer R–90–007), of Santa Ana, California has petitioned NHTSA to decide whether nonconforming 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs are eligible for importation into the United States. The vehicles which G&K Automotive Conversion believes are substantially similar to MY 1995 Jaguar XJ PCs sold in the United States and certified by their manufacturer as conforming to all applicable FMVSS. The petitioner claims that it compared non-U.S. certified MY 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs to their U.S. certified counterparts, and found the vehicles to be substantially similar with respect to compliance with most FMVSS. G&K Automotive Conversion, Inc. submitted information with its petition intended to demonstrate that non-U.S. certified MY 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs, as originally manufactured, conform to many applicable FMVSS in the same manner as their U.S.-certified counterparts, or are capable of being readily altered to conform to those standards. Specifically, the petitioner claims that the non-U.S. certified MY 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs, as originally manufactured, conform to FMVSS Nos. 102, Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect, 103, Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems, 104, Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems, 105, Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems, 106, Brake Hoses, 113, Hood Latch System, 114, Theft Protection, 116, Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids, 118, Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel System, 124, Accelerator Control Systems, 139, New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles, 201, Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, 202, Head Restraints, 204, Steering Control Rearward Displacement, 205, Glazing Materials, 206, Door Locks and Door Retention Components, 207, Seating Systems, 208, Occupant Crash Protection, 209, Seat Belt Assemblies, 210, Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages, 212, Windshield Mounting, 214, Side Impact Protection, 216, Roof Crush Resistance, 219, Windshield Zone Intrusion, 301, Fuel system integrity, E:\FR\FM\31JAN1.SGM 31JAN1 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 21 / Friday, January 31, 2020 / Notices and 302, Flammability of Interior Materials. The petitioner also contends that the subject non-U.S. certified vehicles are capable of being readily altered to meet the following FMVSS, in the manner indicated: FMVSS No. 101, Controls and Displays: Modification of the speedometer for units of miles per hour. FMVSS No. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment: Addition of third brake light and replacement of headlamps. FMVSS No. 110, Tire Selection and Rims: Installation of the required tire information placard. FMVSS No. 111, Rearview Mirrors: Inscription of the required warning statement on the face of the passenger mirror. The petitioner additionally stated that a vehicle anti-theft device will be installed, if needed, to meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 541, AntiTheft Devices, and that the vehicles meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 581, Bumper Standard. Also, a vehicle identification plate must be affixed to the vehicle, near the left windshield pillar, to meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 565, Vehicle Identification Requirements, as well as, a reference and certification label added to the left front door post area to meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 567, Certification. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 30141(a)(1)(A), (a)(1)(B), and (b)(1); 49 CFR 593.7; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.95 and 501.8. Otto G. Matheke III, Director, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance. [FR Doc. 2020–01828 Filed 1–30–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–59–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [Docket No. NHTSA–2019–0119; Notice 1] Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 2015 Ford Fusion SE Passenger Cars Are Eligible for Importation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Receipt of petition. jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: This document announces the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) receipt of a petition for a decision that model year (MY) 2015 Ford Fusion SE passenger cars (PCs) that were not originally manufactured to comply with all SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:16 Jan 30, 2020 Jkt 250001 applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS), are eligible for importation into the United States because they are substantially similar to vehicles that were originally manufactured for sale in the United States and that were certified by their manufacturer as complying with the safety standards (the U.S.-certified version of the 2015 Ford Fusion SE PCs) and are capable of being readily altered to conform to the standards. DATES: The closing date for comments on the petition is March 2, 2020. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and arguments on this petition. Comments must refer to the docket and notice number cited in the title of this notice and may be submitted by any of the following methods: • Mail: Send comments by mail addressed to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: Deliver comments by hand to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. The Docket Section is open on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for Federal Holidays. • Electronically: Submit comments electronically by logging onto the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) website at https:// www.regulations.gov/. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. • Comments may also be faxed to (202) 493–2251. Comments must be written in the English language, and be no greater than 15 pages in length, although there is no limit to the length of necessary attachments to the comments. If comments are submitted in hard copy form, please ensure that two copies are provided. If you wish to receive confirmation that comments you have submitted by mail were received, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard along with the comments. Note that all comments received will be posted without change to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. All comments and supporting materials received before the close of business on the closing date indicated above will be filed in the docket and will be considered. All comments and supporting materials received after the closing date will also be filed and will be considered to the fullest extent possible. PO 00000 Frm 00161 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 5771 All comments, background documentation, and supporting materials submitted to the docket may be viewed by anyone at the address and times given above. The documents may also be viewed on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by following the online instructions for accessing the dockets. The docket ID number for this petition is shown in the heading of this notice. DOT’s complete Privacy Act Statement is available for review in a Federal Register notice published on April 11, 2000, (65 FR 19477–78). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Mazurowski, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance, NHTSA (202–366– 1012). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background Under 49 U.S.C. 30141(a)(1)(A), a motor vehicle that was not originally manufactured to conform to all applicable FMVSS shall be refused admission into the United States unless NHTSA has decided that the motor vehicle is substantially similar to a motor vehicle originally manufactured for importation into and sale in the United States, certified under 49 U.S.C. 30115, and of the same MY as the model of the motor vehicle to be compared, and is capable of being readily altered to conform to all applicable FMVSS. Petitions for eligibility decisions may be submitted by either manufacturers or importers who have registered with NHTSA pursuant to 49 CFR part 592. As specified in 49 CFR 593.7, NHTSA publishes notice of each petition that it receives in the Federal Register, and affords interested persons an opportunity to comment on the petition. At the close of the comment period, NHTSA decides, on the basis of the petition and any comments that it has received, whether the vehicle is eligible for importation. The agency then publishes this decision in the Federal Register. G&K Automotive Conversion, Inc, (Registered Importer R–90–007), of Santa Ana, California has petitioned NHTSA to decide whether nonconforming 2015 Ford Fusion SE PCs are eligible for importation into the United States. G&K Automotive Conversion believes the vehicles are substantially similar to MY 2015 Ford Fusion SE PCs sold in the United States and certified by their manufacturer as conforming to all applicable FMVSS. The petitioner claims that it compared non-U.S. certified MY 2015 Ford Fusion SE PCs to their U.S.-certified counterparts, and found the vehicles to E:\FR\FM\31JAN1.SGM 31JAN1
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[FR Doc No: 2020-01828]
[Docket No. NHTSA-2019-0118; Notice 1]
Model Year 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six Passenger Cars Are
year (MY) 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six passenger cars (PCs)
1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs) and are capable of being
nonconforming 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs are eligible
for importation into the United States. The vehicles which G&K
Automotive Conversion believes are substantially similar to MY 1995
Jaguar XJ PCs sold in the United States and certified by their
The petitioner claims that it compared non-U.S. certified MY 1994
to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs to their U.S. certified
petition intended to demonstrate that non-U.S. certified MY 1994 to
1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs, as originally manufactured, conform
certified MY 1994 to 1997 Jaguar Daimler Double Six PCs, as originally
manufactured, conform to FMVSS Nos. 102, Transmission Shift Lever
Washing Systems, 105, Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems, 106, Brake
Hoses, 113, Hood Latch System, 114, Theft Protection, 116, Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluids, 118, Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof
Panel System, 124, Accelerator Control Systems, 139, New Pneumatic
Radial Tires for Light Vehicles, 201, Occupant Protection in Interior
Impact, 202, Head Restraints, 204, Steering Control Rearward
Displacement, 205, Glazing Materials, 206, Door Locks and Door
Retention Components, 207, Seating Systems, 208, Occupant Crash
Protection, 209, Seat Belt Assemblies, 210, Seat Belt Assembly
Anchorages, 212, Windshield Mounting, 214, Side Impact Protection, 216,
Roof Crush Resistance, 219, Windshield Zone Intrusion, 301, Fuel system
and 302, Flammability of Interior Materials.
FMVSS No. 101, Controls and Displays: Modification of the
Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment: Addition of third brake
light and replacement of headlamps. FMVSS No. 110, Tire Selection and
Rims: Installation of the required tire information placard. FMVSS No.
111, Rearview Mirrors: Inscription of the required warning statement on
the face of the passenger mirror.
541, Anti-Theft Devices, and that the vehicles meet the requirements of
49 CFR part 581, Bumper Standard. Also, a vehicle identification plate
must be affixed to the vehicle, near the left windshield pillar, to
meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 565, Vehicle Identification
Requirements, as well as, a reference and certification label added to
the left front door post area to meet the requirements of 49 CFR part
567, Certification.
[FR Doc. 2020-01828 Filed 1-30-20; 8:45 am]