NHTSA Receives Petition for Importation of Nonconforming Mercedes Benz Gelaendewagen MPVs

Summary

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced receipt of a petition seeking to allow the importation of 1999-2000 Mercedes Benz Gelaendewagen multi-purpose passenger vehicles that do not meet all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards, citing their similarity to previously certified vehicles and their potential for modification to meet safety standards.