What does NHTSA stand for?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways. Through enforcing vehicle performance standards and partnerships with state and local governments, NHTSA reduces deaths, injuries and economic losses from motor vehicle crashes.
Is NHTSA a government agency?
As a Federal agency, NHTSA regulates the safety of motor vehicles and related equipment.
Is NHTSA a recall?
NHTSA issues vehicle safety standards and requires manufacturers to recall vehicles and equipment that have safety-related defects. Learn about NHTSA’s recall process.
Who started NHTSA?
United States Congress
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration/Founders
Congress established NHTSA in 1970 with the Highway Safety Act of 1970 (Title II of Pub. L. 91–605, 84 Stat.
What does 0 unrepaired recalls mean?
If the vehicle has not been recalled or if it has but the defect has been repaired, you will get this message: 0 Unrepaired Recalls associated with this VIN. If that finds a problem, a recall is initiated. In practice, automakers typically begin recalls on their own, before the agency intervenes.
What power does NHTSA have?
NHTSA has the authority to identify safety defects, allowing the Agency to recall vehicles or equipment that pose an unreasonable risk to safety even when there is no applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS).
How long are recalls good for?
A recall is good through the statute of limitations for up to ten years, with the exception of tire recalls which are valid for 60 days. However a car manufacturer is inclined to fix the issue even after those ten years have passed and most will give you no issues repairing the car.
How many times can a recall be fixed?
There is no time limit on getting a recall fixed, and most dealers should honor the recall and fix your car free of charge. The only exception is if your vehicle is older than ten years at the time of the recall, the dealer may not fix the vehicle for free.
How do Recalls get started?
A recall begins with the discovery of a defect. Sometimes the manufacturer will discover a car defect and issue a recall on its own initiative. More often, consumers will encounter a problem and file a complaint with government regulators, the manufacturer, or a dealership.
How do I contact Nhtsa?
Click Here To E-mail NHTSA USDOT General Information Main Switchboard (including personnel locator): 202-366-4000 / Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Eastern, excluding Federal Holidays.
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