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Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention
Standard; Final Listing of 2011 Light
Duty Truck Lines Subject to the
Requirements of This Standard and
Exempted Vehicle Lines for Model Year
2011
AGENCY: National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation.
ACTION: Final rule.
SUMMARY: This final rule announces
NHTSA’s determination that there are
no new model year (MY) 2011 light duty
truck lines subject to the parts-marking
requirements of the Federal motor
vehicle theft prevention standard
because they have been determined by
the agency to be high-theft or because
they have a majority of interchangeable
parts with those of a passenger motor
vehicle line. This final rule also
identifies those vehicle lines that have
been granted an exemption from the
parts-marking requirements because the
vehicles are equipped with antitheft
devices determined to meet certain
statutory criteria.
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DATES: Effective Date: The amendment
made by this final rule is effective June
21, 2010.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms.
Rosalind Proctor, Consumer Standards
Division, Office of International Policy,
Fuel Economy and Consumer Programs,
NHTSA, West Building, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., (NVS–131, Room
W43–302) Washington, DC 20590. Ms.
Proctor’s telephone number is (202)
366–0846. Her fax number is (202) 493–
0073.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The theft
prevention standard applies to (1) all
passenger car lines; (2) all multipurpose
passenger vehicle (MPV) lines with a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of
6,000 pounds or less; (3) low-theft lightduty truck (LDT) lines with a GVWR of
6,000 pounds or less that have major
parts that are interchangeable with a
majority of the covered major parts of
passenger car or MPV lines; and (4)
high-theft light-duty truck lines with a
GVWR of 6,000 pounds or less.
The purpose of the theft prevention
standard (49 CFR Part 541) is to reduce
the incidence of motor vehicle theft by
facilitating the tracing and recovery of
parts from stolen vehicles. The standard
seeks to facilitate such tracing by
requiring that vehicle identification
numbers (VINs), VIN derivative
numbers, or other symbols be placed on
major component vehicle parts. The
theft prevention standard requires motor
vehicle manufacturers to inscribe or
affix VINs onto covered original
equipment major component parts, and
to inscribe or affix a symbol identifying
the manufacturer and a common symbol
identifying the replacement component
parts for those original equipment parts,
on all vehicle lines subject to the
requirements of the standard.
Section 33104(d) provides that once a
line has become subject to the theft
prevention standard, the line remains
subject to the requirements of the
standard unless it is exempted under
§ 33106. Section 33106 provides that a
manufacturer may petition annually to
have one vehicle line exempted from
the requirements of § 33104, if the line
is equipped with an antitheft device
meeting certain conditions as standard
equipment. The exemption is granted if
NHTSA determines that the antitheft
device is likely to be as effective as
compliance with the theft prevention
standard in reducing and deterring
motor vehicle thefts.
The agency annually publishes the
names of those LDT lines that have been
determined to be high theft pursuant to
49 CFR Part 541, those LDT lines that
have been determined to have major
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parts that are interchangeable with a
majority of the covered major parts of
passenger car or MPV lines and those
vehicle lines that are exempted from the
theft prevention standard under section
33104. Appendix A to Part 541
identifies those LDT lines that are or
will be subject to the theft prevention
standard beginning in a given model
year. Appendix A–I to Part 541
identifies those vehicle lines that are or
have been exempted from the theft
prevention standard.
For MY 2011, there are no new LDT
lines that will be subject to the theft
prevention standard in accordance with
the procedures published in 49 CFR Part
542. Therefore, Appendix A does not
need to be amended.
For MY 2011, the list of lines that
have been exempted by the agency from
the parts-marking requirements of Part
541 is amended to include twelve
vehicle lines newly exempted in full.
The twelve exempted vehicle lines are
the Cadillac CTS, Ford Explorer,
Hyundai VI, Jeep Patriot, Mazda2,
Mercedes-Benz SL–Class Chassis Line,
Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan Cube,
Saab 9–5, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry
and Volkswagen Tiguan.
Subsequent to publishing the MY
2009 and 2010 list of exempted lines,
the agency also granted Hyundai-Kia
America Technical Center, Inc., a full
exemption from the parts-marking
requirement of the Theft Prevention
Standard for the Kia Amanti vehicle line
beginning with MY 2009. After
considering the available information in
the specific context of eligibility for
parts-marking exemptions, the agency
concluded that there was sufficient
separation between Hyundai and Kia
operations to treat them as two separate
manufacturers.
We note that the agency removes from
the list being published in the Federal
Register each year certain vehicles lines
that have been discontinued more than
5 years ago. Therefore, the Infiniti Q45
and Jaguar XK have been removed from
the Appendix A–I listing. The agency
will continue to maintain a
comprehensive database of all
exemptions on our Web site. However,
we believe that re-publishing a list
containing vehicle lines that have not
been in production for a considerable
period of time is unnecessary.
The vehicle lines listed as being
exempt from the standard have
previously been exempted in
accordance with the procedures of 49
CFR Part 543 and 49 U.S.C. 33106.
Therefore, NHTSA finds for good cause
that notice and opportunity for
comment on these listings are
unnecessary. Further, public comment
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on the listing of selections and
exemptions is not contemplated by 49
U.S.C. Chapter 331. For the same
reasons, since this revised listing only
informs the public of previous agency
actions and does not impose additional
obligations on any party, NHTSA finds
for good cause that the amendment
made by this notice should be effective
as soon as it is published in the Federal
Register.
Regulatory Impacts
A. Executive Order 12866 and DOT
Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Executive Order 12866, ‘‘Regulatory
Planning and Review’’ (58 FR 51735,
October 4, 1993), provides for making
determinations whether a regulatory
action is ‘‘significant’’ and therefore
subject to Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) review and to the
requirements of the Executive Order.
The Order defines a ‘‘significant
regulatory action’’ as one that is likely to
result in a rule that may:
(1) Have an annual effect on the
economy of $100 million or more or
adversely affect in a material way the
economy, a sector of the economy,
productivity, competition, jobs, the
environment, public health or safety, or
State, local, or Tribal governments or
communities;
(2) Create a serious inconsistency or
otherwise interfere with an action taken
or planned by another agency;
(3) Materially alter the budgetary
impact of entitlements, grants, user fees,
or loan programs or the rights and
obligations of recipients thereof; or
(4) Raise novel legal or policy issues
arising out of legal mandates, the
President’s priorities, or the principles
set forth in the Executive Order.
This final rule was not reviewed
under Executive Order 12866. It is not
significant within the meaning of the
DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures. It will not impose any new
burdens on vehicle manufacturers. This
document informs the public of
previously granted exemptions. Since
the only purpose of this final rule is to
inform the public of previous actions
taken by the agency no new costs are
burdens will result.
B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980
(5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires agencies
to evaluate the potential effects of their
rules on small businesses, small
organizations and small governmental
jurisdictions. I have considered the
effects of this rulemaking action under
the Regulatory Flexibility Act and
certify that it would not have a
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significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities. As
noted above, the effect of this final rule
is only to inform the public of agency’s
previous actions.
C. National Environmental Policy Act
NHTSA has analyzed this final rule
for the purposes of the National
Environmental Policy Act. The agency
has determined that implementation of
this action will not have any significant
impact on the quality of the human
environment. Accordingly, no
environmental assessment is required.
D. Executive Order 13132 (Federalism)
The agency has analyzed this
rulemaking in accordance with the
principles and criteria contained in
Executive Order 13132 and has
determined that it does not have
sufficient Federal implications to
warrant consultation with State and
local officials or the preparation of a
federalism summary impact statement.
E. Unfunded Mandates Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
of 1995 requires agencies to prepare a
written assessment of the costs, benefits
and other effects of proposed or final
rules that include a Federal mandate
likely to result in the expenditure by
State, local or Tribal governments, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector, of
more than $100 million annually
($120.7 million as adjusted annually for
inflation with base year of 1995). The
assessment may be combined with other
assessments, as it is here.
This final rule will not result in
expenditures by State, local or Tribal
governments or automobile
manufacturers and/or their suppliers of
more than $120.7 million annually. This
document informs the public of
previously granted exemptions. Since
the only purpose of this final rule is to
inform the public of previous actions
taken by the agency, no new costs or
burdens will result.
F. Executive Order 12988 (Civil Justice
Reform)
Pursuant to Executive Order 12988,
‘‘Civil Justice Reform’’,1 the agency has
considered whether this final rule has
any retroactive effect. We conclude that
it would not have such an effect. In
accordance with § 33118 when the Theft
Prevention Standard is in effect, a State
or political subdivision of a State may
not have a different motor vehicle theft
prevention standard for a motor vehicle
or major replacement part. 49 U.S.C.
33117 provides that judicial review of
1 See
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this rule may be obtained pursuant to 49
U.S.C. 32909. Section 32909 does not
require submission of a petition for
reconsideration or other administrative
proceedings before parties may file suit
in court.
G. Paperwork Reduction Act
The Department of Transportation has
not submitted an information collection
request to OMB for review and
clearance under the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13,
44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). This rule does
not impose any new information
collection requirements on
manufacturers.
APPENDIX A–I TO PART 541—LINES
WITH ANTITHEFT DEVICES WHICH
ARE EXEMPTED FROM THE PARTSMARKING REQUIREMENTS OF THIS
STANDARD PURSUANT TO 49 CFR
PART 543—Continued
APPENDIX A–I TO PART 541—LINES
WITH ANTITHEFT DEVICES WHICH
ARE EXEMPTED FROM THE PARTSMARKING REQUIREMENTS OF THIS
STANDARD PURSUANT TO 49 CFR
PART 543—Continued
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
General Motors
List of Subjects in 49 CFR Part 541
Administrative practice and
procedure, Labeling, Motor vehicles,
Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements.
■ In consideration of the foregoing, 49
CFR Part 541 is amended as follows:
PART 541—[AMENDED]
1. The authority citation for Part 541
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 33101, 33102, 33103,
33104, 33105 and 33106; delegation of
authority at 49 CFR 1.50.
2. In Part 541, Appendix A–I is
revised to read as follows:
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APPENDIX A–I TO PART 541—LINES
WITH ANTITHEFT DEVICES WHICH
ARE EXEMPTED FROM THE PARTSMARKING REQUIREMENTS OF THIS
STANDARD PURSUANT TO 49 CFR
PART 543
Manufacturer
Subject lines
BMW .................
MINI.
X5.
Z4.
1 Car Line.
3 Car Line.
5 Car Line.
6 Car Line.
7 Car Line.
300C.
Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Jeep Patriot.1
Jeep Wrangler.
Town and Country MPV.
Dodge Charger.
Dodge Challenger.
Dodge Journey.
Dodge Magnum (2008).
Escape.
Explorer.1
Ford Five-Hundred (2007).
Ford Focus.
Lincoln Town Car.
Mustang.
Mercury Mariner.
Mercury Grand Marquis.
Mercury Sable.
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Ford Motor Co ..
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Hyundai ............
Isuzu .................
Jaguar ...............
Kia ....................
Mazda ...............
Mercedes-Benz
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Taurus.
Taurus X.
Buick Lucerne.
Buick LeSabre.
Buick LaCrosse/Century.
Buick Park Avenue (1992–
2005).
Buick Regal/Century.
Cadillac CTS.1
Cadillac DTS/Deville.
Chevrolet Camaro.
Chevrolet Cavalier (1997–
2005).
Chevrolet Classic.
Chevrolet Cobalt.2
Chevrolet Corvette.
Chevrolet Cruze.
Chevrolet Equinox.
Chevrolet Impala/Monte
Carlo.
Chevrolet Malibu/Malibu
Maxx.
GMC Terrain.
Oldsmobile Alero.
Oldsmobile Aurora.
Pontiac Bonneville.
Pontiac G6.
Pontiac Grand Am.
Pontiac Grand Prix.
Pontiac Sunfire.
Saturn Aura.
Acura CL.
Acura NSX.
Acura RL.
Acura TL.
Azera.
Genesis.
VI.1
Axiom.
XK.
Amanti.
2.1
3.
5.
6.
CX–7.
CX–9.
MX–5 Miata.
Millenia.
smart USA fortwo.
SL-Class 1 (the models
within this line are):
SL550.
SL600.
SL55.
SL 63/AMG.
SL 65/AMG.
S-Class/CL-Class (the
models within this line
are):
S450.
S500.
S550.
S600.
S55.
S65.
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Mitsubishi ..........
Nissan ...............
Porsche ............
Saab .................
Subaru ..............
Suzuki ...............
Toyota ...............
Volkswagen ......
Subject lines
CL500.
CL600.
CL55.
CL65.
C-Class/CLK-Class (the
models within this line
are):
C240.
C300.
C350.
CLK 350.
CLK 550.
CLK 63AMG.
E-Class/CLS Class (the
models within this line
are):
E320/E320DT CDi.
E350/E500/E55.
CLS500/CLS55.
Eclipse.
Endeavor.
Galant.
Lancer.
Outlander.1
Altima.
Cube.1
Maxima.
Murano.
Pathfinder.
Quest.
Rogue.
Sentra.
Versa.
Infiniti G.2
Infiniti M.3
911.
Boxster/Cayman.
Panamera.
9–3.
9–5.1
Forester.
Impreza.
Legacy.1
B9 Tribeca.
Outback.
XL–7.
Camry.1
Lexus ES.
Lexus GS.
Lexus LS.
Lexus SC.
Audi 5000S.
Audi A3.
Audi A4.
Audi Allroad.
Audi A6.
Audi Q5.
New Beetle.
Golf/Rabbit/GTI/R32.
Jetta.
Passat.
Tiguan.1
1 Granted an exemption from the parts
marking requirements beginning with MY
2011.
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2 Infiniti G models include the G35 and G37
models.
3 Infiniti M models include the M35, M37,
M45 and M56 models.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
49 CFR Part 541
[Docket No. NHTSA-2010-0070]
RIN 2127-AK68
Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Standard; Final Listing of
2011 Light Duty Truck Lines Subject to the Requirements of This
Standard and Exempted Vehicle Lines for Model Year 2011
AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This final rule announces NHTSA's determination that there are
no new model year (MY) 2011 light duty truck lines subject to the
parts-marking requirements of the Federal motor vehicle theft
prevention standard because they have been determined by the agency to
be high-theft or because they have a majority of interchangeable parts
with those of a passenger motor vehicle line. This final rule also
identifies those vehicle lines that have been granted an exemption from
the parts-marking requirements because the vehicles are equipped with
antitheft devices determined to meet certain statutory criteria.
DATES: Effective Date: The amendment made by this final rule is
effective June 21, 2010.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Rosalind Proctor, Consumer
Standards Division, Office of International Policy, Fuel Economy and
Consumer Programs, NHTSA, West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
(NVS-131, Room W43-302) Washington, DC 20590. Ms. Proctor's telephone
number is (202) 366-0846. Her fax number is (202) 493-0073.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The theft prevention standard applies to (1)
all passenger car lines; (2) all multipurpose passenger vehicle (MPV)
lines with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 6,000 pounds or
less; (3) low-theft light-duty truck (LDT) lines with a GVWR of 6,000
pounds or less that have major parts that are interchangeable with a
majority of the covered major parts of passenger car or MPV lines; and
(4) high-theft light-duty truck lines with a GVWR of 6,000 pounds or
less.
The purpose of the theft prevention standard (49 CFR Part 541) is
to reduce the incidence of motor vehicle theft by facilitating the
tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The standard seeks
to facilitate such tracing by requiring that vehicle identification
numbers (VINs), VIN derivative numbers, or other symbols be placed on
major component vehicle parts. The theft prevention standard requires
motor vehicle manufacturers to inscribe or affix VINs onto covered
original equipment major component parts, and to inscribe or affix a
symbol identifying the manufacturer and a common symbol identifying the
replacement component parts for those original equipment parts, on all
vehicle lines subject to the requirements of the standard.
Section 33104(d) provides that once a line has become subject to
the theft prevention standard, the line remains subject to the
requirements of the standard unless it is exempted under Sec. 33106.
Section 33106 provides that a manufacturer may petition annually to
have one vehicle line exempted from the requirements of Sec. 33104, if
the line is equipped with an antitheft device meeting certain
conditions as standard equipment. The exemption is granted if NHTSA
determines that the antitheft device is likely to be as effective as
compliance with the theft prevention standard in reducing and deterring
motor vehicle thefts.
The agency annually publishes the names of those LDT lines that
have been determined to be high theft pursuant to 49 CFR Part 541,
those LDT lines that have been determined to have major
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parts that are interchangeable with a majority of the covered major
parts of passenger car or MPV lines and those vehicle lines that are
exempted from the theft prevention standard under section 33104.
Appendix A to Part 541 identifies those LDT lines that are or will be
subject to the theft prevention standard beginning in a given model
year. Appendix A-I to Part 541 identifies those vehicle lines that are
or have been exempted from the theft prevention standard.
For MY 2011, there are no new LDT lines that will be subject to the
theft prevention standard in accordance with the procedures published
in 49 CFR Part 542. Therefore, Appendix A does not need to be amended.
For MY 2011, the list of lines that have been exempted by the
agency from the parts-marking requirements of Part 541 is amended to
include twelve vehicle lines newly exempted in full. The twelve
exempted vehicle lines are the Cadillac CTS, Ford Explorer, Hyundai VI,
Jeep Patriot, Mazda2, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Chassis Line, Mitsubishi
Outlander, Nissan Cube, Saab 9-5, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry and
Volkswagen Tiguan.
Subsequent to publishing the MY 2009 and 2010 list of exempted
lines, the agency also granted Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center,
Inc., a full exemption from the parts-marking requirement of the Theft
Prevention Standard for the Kia Amanti vehicle line beginning with MY
2009. After considering the available information in the specific
context of eligibility for parts-marking exemptions, the agency
concluded that there was sufficient separation between Hyundai and Kia
operations to treat them as two separate manufacturers.
We note that the agency removes from the list being published in
the Federal Register each year certain vehicles lines that have been
discontinued more than 5 years ago. Therefore, the Infiniti Q45 and
Jaguar XK have been removed from the Appendix A-I listing. The agency
will continue to maintain a comprehensive database of all exemptions on
our Web site. However, we believe that re-publishing a list containing
vehicle lines that have not been in production for a considerable
period of time is unnecessary.
The vehicle lines listed as being exempt from the standard have
previously been exempted in accordance with the procedures of 49 CFR
Part 543 and 49 U.S.C. 33106. Therefore, NHTSA finds for good cause
that notice and opportunity for comment on these listings are
unnecessary. Further, public comment on the listing of selections and
exemptions is not contemplated by 49 U.S.C. Chapter 331. For the same
reasons, since this revised listing only informs the public of previous
agency actions and does not impose additional obligations on any party,
NHTSA finds for good cause that the amendment made by this notice
should be effective as soon as it is published in the Federal Register.
Regulatory Impacts
A. Executive Order 12866 and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Executive Order 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and Review'' (58 FR
51735, October 4, 1993), provides for making determinations whether a
regulatory action is ``significant'' and therefore subject to Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) review and to the requirements of the
Executive Order. The Order defines a ``significant regulatory action''
as one that is likely to result in a rule that may:
(1) Have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or
adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the
economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public
health or safety, or State, local, or Tribal governments or
communities;
(2) Create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an
action taken or planned by another agency;
(3) Materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants,
user fees, or loan programs or the rights and obligations of recipients
thereof; or
(4) Raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal
mandates, the President's priorities, or the principles set forth in
the Executive Order.
This final rule was not reviewed under Executive Order 12866. It is
not significant within the meaning of the DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures. It will not impose any new burdens on vehicle
manufacturers. This document informs the public of previously granted
exemptions. Since the only purpose of this final rule is to inform the
public of previous actions taken by the agency no new costs are burdens
will result.
B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.)
requires agencies to evaluate the potential effects of their rules on
small businesses, small organizations and small governmental
jurisdictions. I have considered the effects of this rulemaking action
under the Regulatory Flexibility Act and certify that it would not have
a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities. As noted above, the effect of this final rule is only to
inform the public of agency's previous actions.
C. National Environmental Policy Act
NHTSA has analyzed this final rule for the purposes of the National
Environmental Policy Act. The agency has determined that implementation
of this action will not have any significant impact on the quality of
the human environment. Accordingly, no environmental assessment is
required.
D. Executive Order 13132 (Federalism)
The agency has analyzed this rulemaking in accordance with the
principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 13132 and has
determined that it does not have sufficient Federal implications to
warrant consultation with State and local officials or the preparation
of a federalism summary impact statement.
E. Unfunded Mandates Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 requires agencies to
prepare a written assessment of the costs, benefits and other effects
of proposed or final rules that include a Federal mandate likely to
result in the expenditure by State, local or Tribal governments, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector, of more than $100 million annually
($120.7 million as adjusted annually for inflation with base year of
1995). The assessment may be combined with other assessments, as it is
here.
This final rule will not result in expenditures by State, local or
Tribal governments or automobile manufacturers and/or their suppliers
of more than $120.7 million annually. This document informs the public
of previously granted exemptions. Since the only purpose of this final
rule is to inform the public of previous actions taken by the agency,
no new costs or burdens will result.
F. Executive Order 12988 (Civil Justice Reform)
Pursuant to Executive Order 12988, ``Civil Justice Reform'',\1\ the
agency has considered whether this final rule has any retroactive
effect. We conclude that it would not have such an effect. In
accordance with Sec. 33118 when the Theft Prevention Standard is in
effect, a State or political subdivision of a State may not have a
different motor vehicle theft prevention standard for a motor vehicle
or major replacement part. 49 U.S.C. 33117 provides that judicial
review of
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this rule may be obtained pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 32909. Section 32909
does not require submission of a petition for reconsideration or other
administrative proceedings before parties may file suit in court.
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\1\ See 61 FR 4729, February 7, 1996.
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G. Paperwork Reduction Act
The Department of Transportation has not submitted an information
collection request to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). This rule
does not impose any new information collection requirements on
manufacturers.
List of Subjects in 49 CFR Part 541
Administrative practice and procedure, Labeling, Motor vehicles,
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
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In consideration of the foregoing, 49 CFR Part 541 is amended as
follows:
PART 541--[AMENDED]
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1. The authority citation for Part 541 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 33101, 33102, 33103, 33104, 33105 and
33106; delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.50.
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2. In Part 541, Appendix A-I is revised to read as follows:
Appendix A-I to Part 541--Lines With Antitheft Devices Which Are
Exempted From the Parts-Marking Requirements of This Standard Pursuant
to 49 CFR Part 543
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Manufacturer Subject lines
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BMW................................... MINI.
X5.
Z4.
1 Car Line.
3 Car Line.
5 Car Line.
6 Car Line.
7 Car Line.
Chrysler.............................. 300C.
Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Jeep Patriot.\1\
Jeep Wrangler.
Town and Country MPV.
Dodge Charger.
Dodge Challenger.
Dodge Journey.
Dodge Magnum (2008).
Ford Motor Co......................... Escape.
Explorer.\1\
Ford Five-Hundred (2007).
Ford Focus.
Lincoln Town Car.
Mustang.
Mercury Mariner.
Mercury Grand Marquis.
Mercury Sable.
Taurus.
Taurus X.
General Motors........................ Buick Lucerne.
Buick LeSabre.
Buick LaCrosse/Century.
Buick Park Avenue (1992-2005).
Buick Regal/Century.
Cadillac CTS.\1\
Cadillac DTS/Deville.
Chevrolet Camaro.
Chevrolet Cavalier (1997-2005).
Chevrolet Classic.
Chevrolet Cobalt.\2\
Chevrolet Corvette.
Chevrolet Cruze.
Chevrolet Equinox.
Chevrolet Impala/Monte Carlo.
Chevrolet Malibu/Malibu Maxx.
GMC Terrain.
Oldsmobile Alero.
Oldsmobile Aurora.
Pontiac Bonneville.
Pontiac G6.
Pontiac Grand Am.
Pontiac Grand Prix.
Pontiac Sunfire.
Saturn Aura.
Honda................................. Acura CL.
Acura NSX.
Acura RL.
Acura TL.
Hyundai............................... Azera.
Genesis.
VI.\1\
Isuzu................................. Axiom.
Jaguar................................ XK.
Kia................................... Amanti.
Mazda................................. 2.\1\
3.
5.
6.
CX-7.
CX-9.
MX-5 Miata.
Millenia.
Mercedes-Benz......................... smart USA fortwo.
SL-Class \1\ (the models within
this line are):
SL550.
SL600.
SL55.
SL 63/AMG.
SL 65/AMG.
S-Class/CL-Class (the models
within this line are):
S450.
S500.
S550.
S600.
S55.
S65.
CL500.
CL600.
CL55.
CL65.
C-Class/CLK-Class (the models
within this line are):
C240.
C300.
C350.
CLK 350.
CLK 550.
CLK 63AMG.
E-Class/CLS Class (the models
within this line are):
E320/E320DT CDi.
E350/E500/E55.
CLS500/CLS55.
Mitsubishi............................ Eclipse.
Endeavor.
Galant.
Lancer.
Outlander.\1\
Nissan................................ Altima.
Cube.\1\
Maxima.
Murano.
Pathfinder.
Quest.
Rogue.
Sentra.
Versa.
Infiniti G.\2\
Infiniti M.\3\
Porsche............................... 911.
Boxster/Cayman.
Panamera.
Saab.................................. 9-3.
9-5.\1\
Subaru................................ Forester.
Impreza.
Legacy.\1\
B9 Tribeca.
Outback.
Suzuki................................ XL-7.
Toyota................................ Camry.\1\
Lexus ES.
Lexus GS.
Lexus LS.
Lexus SC.
Volkswagen............................ Audi 5000S.
Audi A3.
Audi A4.
Audi Allroad.
Audi A6.
Audi Q5.
New Beetle.
Golf/Rabbit/GTI/R32.
Jetta.
Passat.
Tiguan.\1\
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\1\ Granted an exemption from the parts marking requirements beginning
with MY 2011.
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\2\ Infiniti G models include the G35 and G37 models.
\3\ Infiniti M models include the M35, M37, M45 and M56 models.
Issued on: June 14, 2010.
Stephen R. Kratzke,
Associate Administrator for Rulemaking.
[FR Doc. 2010-14840 Filed 6-18-10; 8:45 am]
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