Business · 29/10/1998Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

NHTSA Receives Petition for Importation of Nonconforming Mercedes-Benz E200 Cars

Summary

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced receipt of a petition to determine if 1995-1998 Mercedes-Benz E200 passenger cars, which do not meet all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards, can be imported into the US due to their similarity to compliant vehicles and ability to be modified to meet standards.

Original source language: Federal Register — National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOpen original release →

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