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Business · 01/05/2002Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

NHTSA Receives Petition for Importation of Nonconforming Mercedes Benz SL Cars

Summary

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has accepted a petition from Mercedes Benz to allow the importation of 2001-2002 SL (Body 230) passenger cars into the US, as they are substantially similar to previously certified vehicles and can be modified to meet safety standards.

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

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