81 FR 71182 - Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 2008 Chevrolet Silverado Trucks are Eligible for Importation

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 199 (October 14, 2016)

Page Range		71182-71183
FR Document		2016-24855

This document announces receipt by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a petition for a decision that model year (MY) 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado truck) and they are capable of being readily altered to conform to the standards.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

[Docket No. NHTSA-2016-0041; Notice 1]

Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming
Model Year 2008 Chevrolet Silverado Trucks are Eligible for Importation

AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Receipt of petition.

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SUMMARY: This document announces receipt by the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a petition for a decision that
model year (MY) 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
truck) and they are capable of being readily altered to conform to the
standards.

DATES: The closing date for comments on the petition is November 14,
2016.

ADDRESSES: Comments should refer to the docket and notice numbers above
and be submitted by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting
comments.
Mail: Docket Management Facility: U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
Hand Delivery or Courier: West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Instructions: 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 your comments were
received, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard with the
comments. Note that all comments

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received will be posted without change to https://www.regulations.gov,
including any personal information provided. Please see the Privacy Act
heading below.
Privacy Act: Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all
comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual
submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf
of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's
complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on
April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477-78).
How to Read Comments Submitted to the Docket: You may read the
comments received by Docket Management at the address and times given
above. You may also view the documents from the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for accessing the
dockets. The docket ID number and title of this notice are shown at the
heading of this document notice. Please note that even after the
comment closing date, we will continue to file relevant information in
the Docket as it becomes available. Further, some people may submit
late comments. Accordingly, we recommend that you periodically search
the Docket for new material.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: George Stevens, Office of Vehicle
Safety Compliance, NHTSA (202-366-5308).

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 model year 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
in the Federal Register of each petition that it receives, 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.
Wallace Environmental Testing Laboratories (WETL), Inc. of Houston,
Texas (Registered Importer R-90-005) has petitioned NHTSA to decide
whether nonconforming 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks are eligible for
importation into the United States. The vehicles which WETL believes
are substantially similar are MY 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks 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 2008
Chevrolet Silverado trucks to their U.S.-certified counterparts, and
found the vehicles to be substantially similar with respect to
compliance with most FMVSS.
WETL submitted information with its petition intended to
demonstrate that non-U.S. certified MY 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks,
as originally manufactured, conform with 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 2008 Chevrolet
Silverado trucks, as originally manufactured, conform to: Standard Nos.
102 Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and
Transmission Braking Effect, 103 Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Systems, 104 Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems, 106 Brake Hoses,
108 Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment, 111 Rear
visibility, 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, 126 Electronic Stability
Control Systems, 135 Light vehicle brake systems, 138 Tire Pressure
Monitoring Systems, 201 Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, 202a
Head Restraints, 203 Impact Protection for the Driver from the Steering
Control System, 204 Steering Control Rearward Displacement, 205 Glazing
Materials, 206 Door Locks and Door Retention Components, 207 Seating
Systems, 208 Occupant Crash Protection, 210 Seat Belt Assembly
Anchorages, 212 Windshield Mounting, 213 Child Restraint Systems, 214
Side Impact Protection, 216 Roof Crush Resistance, 219 Windshield Zone
Intrusion, 225 Child Restraint Anchorage Systems, 301 Fuel System
Integrity, 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
standards, in the manner indicated:
Standard No. 101 Controls and Displays: Addition of the brake
warning indicator to fully comply with the standard.
Standard No. 110 Tire Selection and Rims: Installation of the
required tire information placard.
The petitioner additionally states that a vehicle identification
plate must be affixed to the vehicle near the left windshield pillar to
meet the requirements of 49 CFR part 565.
All comments received before the close of business on the closing
date indicated above will be considered, and will be available for
examination in the docket at the above addresses both before and after
that date. To the extent possible, comments filed after the closing
date will also be considered. Notice of final action on the petition
will be published in the Federal Register pursuant to the authority
indicated below.

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.

Jeffrey M. Giuseppe,
Director, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance.
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and 31315, each of the 11 applicants has The exemptions are extended subject DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
satisfied the conditions for obtaining an to the following conditions: (1) Each
exemption from the Epilepsy and driver must remain seizure-free and National Highway Traffic Safety
Seizure Disorder requirements and were maintain a stable treatment during the Administration
published in the Federal Register (79 two-year exemption period; (2) each [Docket No. NHTSA–2016–0041; Notice 1]
FR 70917; 79 FR 73690; 79 FR 23054). driver must submit annual reports from
In addition, for Commercial Driver’s their treating physicians attesting to the Notice of Receipt of Petition for
License (CDL) holders, the Commercial stability of treatment and that the driver Decision That Nonconforming Model
Driver’s License information System has remained seizure-free; (3) each Year 2008 Chevrolet Silverado Trucks
(CDLIS) and the Motor Carrier driver must undergo an annual medical are Eligible for Importation
Management Information System examination by a certified Medical
(MCMIS) are searched for crash and AGENCY: National Highway Traffic
Examiner, as defined by 49 CFR 390.5; Safety Administration (NHTSA),
violation data. For non-CDL holders, the
and (4) each driver must provide a copy Department of Transportation (DOT).
Agency reviews the driving records
of the annual medical certification to
from the State Driver’s Licensing ACTION: Receipt of petition.
Agency (SDLA). These factors provide the employer for retention in the
an adequate basis for predicting each driver’s qualification file, or keep a copy SUMMARY: This document announces
driver’s ability to continue to safely of his/her driver’s qualification file if receipt by the National Highway Traffic
operate a CMV in interstate commerce. he/she is self-employed. The driver Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a
The 11 drivers in this notice remain must also have a copy of the exemption petition for a decision that model year
in good standing with the Agency, have when driving, for presentation to a duly (MY) 2008 Chevrolet Silverado trucks
maintained their medical monitoring authorized Federal, State, or local that were not originally manufactured to
and have not exhibited any medical enforcement official. The exemption comply with all applicable Federal
issues that would compromise their will be rescinded if: (1) The person fails motor vehicle safety standards
ability to safely operate a CMV during to comply with the terms and (FMVSS), are eligible for importation
the previous two-year exemption conditions of the exemption; (2) the into the United States because they are
period. FMCSA has concluded that exemption has resulted in a lower level substantially similar to vehicles that
renewing the exemptions for each of of safety than was maintained before it were originally manufactured for sale in
these applicants is likely to achieve a was granted; or (3) continuation of the the United States and that were certified
level of safety equal to that existing exemption would not be consistent with by their manufacturer as complying
without the exemption. Therefore, the goals and objectives of 49 U.S.C. with the safety standards (the U.S.-
FMCSA has decided to renew each 31136(e) and 31315. certified version of the 2008 Chevrolet
exemption for a two-year period. In Silverado truck) and they are capable of
accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and IV. Preemption being readily altered to conform to the
31315, each driver has received a standards.
During the period the exemption is in
renewed exemption. DATES: The closing date for comments
As of April 8, 2016, the following four effect, no State shall enforce any law or
on the petition is November 14, 2016.
individuals have satisfied the renewal regulation that conflicts with this
ADDRESSES: Comments should refer to
conditions for obtaining an exemption exemption with respect to a person
the docket and notice numbers above
from the Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders operating under the exemption.
and be submitted by any of the
prohibition in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(8), from V. Conclusion following methods:
driving CMVs in interstate commerce • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
(79 FR 70917; 79 FR 23054): Jeffrey Based upon its evaluation of the 11 https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Ballweg (WI); Michael Ranalli (PA); exemption applications, FMCSA renews online instructions for submitting
Lonnie Reicker (IL); and Jay Whitehead the exemptions of the aforementioned comments.
(NY). These drivers were included in drivers from the Epilepsy and Seizure • Mail: Docket Management Facility:
FMCSA–2011–0389; and FMCSA–2012– Disorders requirement in 49 CFR 391.41 U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200
0294; FMCSA–2013–0109. The (b)(8). In accordance with 49 U.S.C. New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building
exemptions were effective on April 8, 31136(e) and 31315, each exemption Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
2016, and will expire on April 8, 2018. will be valid for two years unless Washington, DC 20590–0001.
As of April 23, 2016, the following revoked earlier by FMCSA. • Hand Delivery or Courier: West
seven individuals have satisfied the Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
renewal conditions for obtaining an Issued on: October 7, 2016.
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., between
exemption from the Epilepsy and Larry W. Minor, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through
Seizure Disorders prohibition in 49 CFR Associate Administrator for Policy. Friday, except Federal holidays.
391.41(b)(8), from driving CMVs in [FR Doc. 2016–24967 Filed 10–13–16; 8:45 am] • Fax: 202–493–2251.
interstate commerce (79 FR 73690): BILLING CODE 4910–EX–P Instructions: Comments must be
Charles Blood (NY) written in the English language, and be
Raymond Lobo (NJ) no greater than 15 pages in length,
Randy Pinto (PA) although there is no limit to the length
Brent Robinson (NC) of necessary attachments to the
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James Spece (PA) comments. If comments are submitted
Douglas Teigland (MN) in hard copy form, please ensure that
Joseph Thomas (MD) two copies are provided. If you wish to
These drivers were included in receive confirmation that your
FMCSA–2013–0442. The exemptions comments were received, please enclose
were effective on April 23, 2016, and a stamped, self-addressed postcard with
will expire on April 23, 2018. the comments. Note that all comments

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Category		Regulatory Information
Collection		Federal Register
sudoc Class		AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106:
Publisher		Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
Section		Notices
Action		Receipt of petition.
Dates		The closing date for comments on the petition is November 14, 2016.
Contact		George Stevens, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance, NHTSA (202-366-5308).
FR Citation		81 FR 71182

81 FR 71182 - Notice of Receipt of Petition for Decision That Nonconforming Model Year 2008 Chevrolet Silverado Trucks are Eligible for Importation

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 199 (October 14, 2016)

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration