Current through October 31, 2024
Section 554.4 - Office of Vehicle Safety ComplianceThe Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance, investigates compliance with Federal motor vehicle safety standards and associated regulations, and to this end may:
(a) Verify that manufacturers certify compliance with all applicable safety standards;(b) Collect field reports from all sources;(c) Inspect manufacturers' certification test data and other supporting evidence, including dealer communications;(d) Inspect vehicles and equipment already in use or new vehicles and equipment at any stage of the manufacturing, distribution and sales chain;(e) Conduct selective compliance tests; and(f) Utilize other means necessary to conduct investigations.