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Authority: 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1)
Bryan L. Dillon,
South Central Region Area Engineer,
Olympia, Washington.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration
Petition for Exemption From the
Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard;
Ford
National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Grant of petition for exemption.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This document grants in full
the petition of Ford Motor Company
(Ford) in accordance with § 543.9(c)(2)
of 49 CFR part 543, Exemption from the
Theft Prevention Standard, for the Ford
Taurus X (formerly the Ford Freestyle)
vehicle line beginning with model year
(MY) 2008. This petition is granted
because the agency has determined that
the antitheft device to be placed on the
line as standard equipment is likely to
be as effective in reducing and deterring
motor vehicle theft as compliance with
the parts-marking requirements of the
Theft Prevention Standard.
DATES: The exemption granted by this
notice is effective beginning with model
year (MY) 2008.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms.
Deborah Mazyck, Office of International
Vehicle, Fuel Economy and Consumer
Standards, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590. Ms.
Mazyck’s telephone number is (202)
366–0846. Her fax number is (202) 493–
2290.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In a
petition dated December 15, 2006, Ford
requested an exemption from the partsmarking requirements of the Theft
Prevention Standard (49 CFR part 541)
for the Ford Taurus X (formerly the Ford
Freestyle) vehicle line beginning with
MY 2008. The petition requested an
exemption from parts-marking pursuant
to 49 CFR part 543, Exemption from
Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard,
based on the installation of an antitheft
device as standard equipment for an
entire vehicle line.
Under § 543.5(a), a manufacturer may
petition NHTSA to grant exemptions for
one of its vehicle lines per year. Ford
has petitioned the agency to grant an
exemption for its Ford Taurus X vehicle
line beginning with MY 2008. In its
petition, Ford provided a detailed
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description and diagram of the identity,
design, and location of the components
of the antitheft device for the Ford
Taurus X vehicle line. Ford will install
its passive antitheft device as standard
equipment on the vehicle line. Features
of the antitheft device will include an
electronic key, ignition lock, and a
passive immobilizer. Additionally, the
Ford Taurus X will have a standard
perimeter alarm system which will
monitor all the doors, the decklid and
the hood of the vehicle. Ford’s
submission is considered a complete
petition as required by 49 CFR 543.7, in
that it meets the general requirements
contained in § 543.5 and the specific
content requirements of § 543.6.
The antitheft device to be installed on
the MY 2008 Ford Taurus X is the
SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft
Electronic Engine Immobilizer System
(SecuriLock). The Ford SecuriLock is a
transponder-based electronic
immobilizer system. Ford stated that the
integration of the transponder into the
normal operation of the ignition key
assures activation of the system. When
the ignition key is turned to the start
position, the transceiver module reads
the ignition key code and transmits an
encrypted message to the cluster.
Validation of the key is determined and
start of the engine is authorized once a
separate encrypted message is sent to
the powertrain’s control module (PCM).
The powertrain will function only if the
key code matches the unique
identification key code previously
programmed into the PCM. If the codes
do not match, the powertrain engine
starter will be disabled. Ford also stated
that the SecuriLock electronic engine
immobilizer device makes conventional
theft methods such as hot-wiring or
attacking the ignition lock cylinder
ineffective and virtually eliminates
drive-away thefts.
Ford stated that the Ford Freestyle
(renamed Taurus X for MY 2008) has
experienced very low theft rates. The
agency’s theft rate data is not available
for calendar year/model year (CY/MY)
2005 and 2006, however, Ford
calculated its own theft rate data for the
MY 2005 and 2006 Ford Freestyle
vehicle line based on its CAFE
production volumes and the National
Insurance Crime Bureau theft data per
one thousand vehicles produced. Ford
stated that the theft rate for CY/MY 2005
and 2006 were 0.6744 and 1.3473,
respectively. Accordingly, Ford stated
that, although the NICB theft data
indicates that there was an increase in
the overall theft rate for CY/MY 2006
vehicles, its calculations showed that
the rate for the Ford Freestyle continued
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to stay below the agency’s median theft
rate of 3.5826.
Additionally, Ford noted the
reduction in theft rate for other vehicle
lines equipped with the SecuriLock
device. Ford’s SecuriLock device was
first introduced as standard equipment
on its MY 1996 Mustang GT and Cobra.
In MY 1997, the SecuriLock system was
installed on the entire Mustang vehicle
line as standard equipment. Ford stated
that the 1997 model year Mustang with
SecuriLock shows a 70% reduction in
theft compared to the MY 1995
Mustang, according to National
Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) theft
statistics. There were 149 reported thefts
for 1997 compared to 500 reported
thefts in 1995.
In addressing the specific content
requirements of 543.6, Ford provided
information on the reliability and
durability of its proposed device. To
ensure reliability and durability of the
device, Ford conducted tests based on
its own specified standards. Ford also
provided a detailed list of the tests
conducted and believes that the device
is reliable and durable since the device
complied with its specified
requirements for each test.
Based on the evidence submitted by
Ford, the agency believes that the
antitheft device for the Ford Taurus X
vehicle line is likely to be as effective
in reducing and deterring motor vehicle
theft as compliance with the partsmarking requirements of the Theft
Prevention Standard (49 CFR part 541).
Based on the information Ford provided
about its device, the agency concludes
that the device will provide the five
types of performance listed in
§ 543.6(a)(3): Promoting activation;
attracting attention to the efforts of
unauthorized persons to enter or operate
a vehicle by means other than a key;
preventing defeat or circumvention of
the device by unauthorized persons;
preventing operation of the vehicle by
unauthorized entrants; and ensuring the
reliability and durability of the device.
As required by 49 U.S.C. 33106 and
49 CFR 543.6(a)(4) and (5), the agency
finds that Ford has provided adequate
reasons for its belief that the antitheft
device will reduce and deter theft.
For the foregoing reasons, the agency
hereby grants in full Ford’s petition for
exemption for the Ford Taurus X
vehicle line from the parts-marking
requirements of 49 CFR part 541. The
agency notes that 49 CFR part 541,
Appendix A–1, identifies those lines
that are exempted from the Theft
Prevention Standard for a given model
year. 49 CFR 543.7(f) contains
publication requirements incident to the
disposition of all part 543 petitions.
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Advanced listing, including the release
of future product nameplates, the
beginning model year for which the
petition is granted and a general
description of the antitheft device is
necessary in order to notify law
enforcement agencies of new vehicle
lines exempted from the parts-marking
requirements of the Theft Prevention
Standard.
If Ford decides not to use the
exemption for this line, it must formally
notify the agency. If such a decision is
made, the line must be fully marked
according to the requirements under 49
CFR 541.5 and 541.6 (marking of major
component parts and replacement
parts).
NHTSA notes that if Ford wishes in
the future to modify the device on
which this exemption is based, the
company may have to submit a petition
to modify the exemption. Section
543.7(d) states that a part 543 exemption
applies only to vehicles that belong to
a line exempted under this part and
equipped with the anti-theft device on
which the line’s exemption is based.
Further, § 543.9(c)(2) provides for the
submission of petitions ‘‘to modify an
exemption to permit the use of an
antitheft device similar to but differing
from the one specified in that
exemption.’’
The agency wishes to minimize the
administrative burden that § 543.9(c)(2)
could place on exempted vehicle
manufacturers and itself. The agency
did not intend in drafting part 543 to
require the submission of a modification
petition for every change to the
components or design of an antitheft
device. The significance of many such
changes could be de minimis. Therefore,
NHTSA suggests that if the
manufacturer contemplates making any
changes, the effects of which might be
characterized as de minimis, it should
consult the agency before preparing and
submitting a petition to modify.
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 33106; delegation of
authority at 49 CFR 1.50.
Issued on: April 18, 2007.
Stephen R. Kratzke,
Associate Administrator for Rulemaking.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Petition for Exemption From the Vehicle Theft Prevention
Standard; Ford
AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Grant of petition for exemption.
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SUMMARY: This document grants in full the petition of Ford Motor
Company (Ford) in accordance with Sec. 543.9(c)(2) of 49 CFR part 543,
Exemption from the Theft Prevention Standard, for the Ford Taurus X
(formerly the Ford Freestyle) vehicle line beginning with model year
(MY) 2008. This petition is granted because the agency has determined
that the antitheft device to be placed on the line as standard
equipment is likely to be as effective in reducing and deterring motor
vehicle theft as compliance with the parts-marking requirements of the
Theft Prevention Standard.
DATES: The exemption granted by this notice is effective beginning with
model year (MY) 2008.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Deborah Mazyck, Office of
International Vehicle, Fuel Economy and Consumer Standards, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Ms. Mazyck's telephone
number is (202) 366-0846. Her fax number is (202) 493-2290.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In a petition dated December 15, 2006, Ford
requested an exemption from the parts-marking requirements of the Theft
Prevention Standard (49 CFR part 541) for the Ford Taurus X (formerly
the Ford Freestyle) vehicle line beginning with MY 2008. The petition
requested an exemption from parts-marking pursuant to 49 CFR part 543,
Exemption from Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard, based on the
installation of an antitheft device as standard equipment for an entire
vehicle line.
Under Sec. 543.5(a), a manufacturer may petition NHTSA to grant
exemptions for one of its vehicle lines per year. Ford has petitioned
the agency to grant an exemption for its Ford Taurus X vehicle line
beginning with MY 2008. In its petition, Ford provided a detailed
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description and diagram of the identity, design, and location of the
components of the antitheft device for the Ford Taurus X vehicle line.
Ford will install its passive antitheft device as standard equipment on
the vehicle line. Features of the antitheft device will include an
electronic key, ignition lock, and a passive immobilizer. Additionally,
the Ford Taurus X will have a standard perimeter alarm system which
will monitor all the doors, the decklid and the hood of the vehicle.
Ford's submission is considered a complete petition as required by 49
CFR 543.7, in that it meets the general requirements contained in Sec.
543.5 and the specific content requirements of Sec. 543.6.
The antitheft device to be installed on the MY 2008 Ford Taurus X
is the SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft Electronic Engine Immobilizer
System (SecuriLock). The Ford SecuriLock is a transponder-based
electronic immobilizer system. Ford stated that the integration of the
transponder into the normal operation of the ignition key assures
activation of the system. When the ignition key is turned to the start
position, the transceiver module reads the ignition key code and
transmits an encrypted message to the cluster. Validation of the key is
determined and start of the engine is authorized once a separate
encrypted message is sent to the powertrain's control module (PCM). The
powertrain will function only if the key code matches the unique
identification key code previously programmed into the PCM. If the
codes do not match, the powertrain engine starter will be disabled.
Ford also stated that the SecuriLock electronic engine immobilizer
device makes conventional theft methods such as hot-wiring or attacking
the ignition lock cylinder ineffective and virtually eliminates drive-
away thefts.
Ford stated that the Ford Freestyle (renamed Taurus X for MY 2008)
has experienced very low theft rates. The agency's theft rate data is
not available for calendar year/model year (CY/MY) 2005 and 2006,
however, Ford calculated its own theft rate data for the MY 2005 and
2006 Ford Freestyle vehicle line based on its CAFE production volumes
and the National Insurance Crime Bureau theft data per one thousand
vehicles produced. Ford stated that the theft rate for CY/MY 2005 and
2006 were 0.6744 and 1.3473, respectively. Accordingly, Ford stated
that, although the NICB theft data indicates that there was an increase
in the overall theft rate for CY/MY 2006 vehicles, its calculations
showed that the rate for the Ford Freestyle continued to stay below the
agency's median theft rate of 3.5826.
Additionally, Ford noted the reduction in theft rate for other
vehicle lines equipped with the SecuriLock device. Ford's SecuriLock
device was first introduced as standard equipment on its MY 1996
Mustang GT and Cobra. In MY 1997, the SecuriLock system was installed
on the entire Mustang vehicle line as standard equipment. Ford stated
that the 1997 model year Mustang with SecuriLock shows a 70% reduction
in theft compared to the MY 1995 Mustang, according to National
Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) theft statistics. There were 149 reported
thefts for 1997 compared to 500 reported thefts in 1995.
In addressing the specific content requirements of 543.6, Ford
provided information on the reliability and durability of its proposed
device. To ensure reliability and durability of the device, Ford
conducted tests based on its own specified standards. Ford also
provided a detailed list of the tests conducted and believes that the
device is reliable and durable since the device complied with its
specified requirements for each test.
Based on the evidence submitted by Ford, the agency believes that
the antitheft device for the Ford Taurus X vehicle line is likely to be
as effective in reducing and deterring motor vehicle theft as
compliance with the parts-marking requirements of the Theft Prevention
Standard (49 CFR part 541). Based on the information Ford provided
about its device, the agency concludes that the device will provide the
five types of performance listed in Sec. 543.6(a)(3): Promoting
activation; attracting attention to the efforts of unauthorized persons
to enter or operate a vehicle by means other than a key; preventing
defeat or circumvention of the device by unauthorized persons;
preventing operation of the vehicle by unauthorized entrants; and
ensuring the reliability and durability of the device.
As required by 49 U.S.C. 33106 and 49 CFR 543.6(a)(4) and (5), the
agency finds that Ford has provided adequate reasons for its belief
that the antitheft device will reduce and deter theft.
For the foregoing reasons, the agency hereby grants in full Ford's
petition for exemption for the Ford Taurus X vehicle line from the
parts-marking requirements of 49 CFR part 541. The agency notes that 49
CFR part 541, Appendix A-1, identifies those lines that are exempted
from the Theft Prevention Standard for a given model year. 49 CFR
543.7(f) contains publication requirements incident to the disposition
of all part 543 petitions. Advanced listing, including the release of
future product nameplates, the beginning model year for which the
petition is granted and a general description of the antitheft device
is necessary in order to notify law enforcement agencies of new vehicle
lines exempted from the parts-marking requirements of the Theft
Prevention Standard.
If Ford decides not to use the exemption for this line, it must
formally notify the agency. If such a decision is made, the line must
be fully marked according to the requirements under 49 CFR 541.5 and
541.6 (marking of major component parts and replacement parts).
NHTSA notes that if Ford wishes in the future to modify the device
on which this exemption is based, the company may have to submit a
petition to modify the exemption. Section 543.7(d) states that a part
543 exemption applies only to vehicles that belong to a line exempted
under this part and equipped with the anti-theft device on which the
line's exemption is based. Further, Sec. 543.9(c)(2) provides for the
submission of petitions ``to modify an exemption to permit the use of
an antitheft device similar to but differing from the one specified in
that exemption.''
The agency wishes to minimize the administrative burden that Sec.
543.9(c)(2) could place on exempted vehicle manufacturers and itself.
The agency did not intend in drafting part 543 to require the
submission of a modification petition for every change to the
components or design of an antitheft device. The significance of many
such changes could be de minimis. Therefore, NHTSA suggests that if the
manufacturer contemplates making any changes, the effects of which
might be characterized as de minimis, it should consult the agency
before preparing and submitting a petition to modify.
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 33106; delegation of authority at 49 CFR
1.50.
Issued on: April 18, 2007.
Stephen R. Kratzke,
Associate Administrator for Rulemaking.
[FR Doc. E7-7719 Filed 4-23-07; 8:45 am]
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