The Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance (OVSC) has expanded the current Importation and Certification Division web site to include a section entitled “Frequently Asked Questions.” In this section we have attempted to address some common questions and concerns that the office deals with on a regular basis. If your question has not been addressed, please refer to Related Government Agencies for further assistance.
Abbreviations used in these FAQs are defined as follows:
| Abbreviation | What it means |
|---|---|
| AAMVA | American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators |
| CPSC | Consumer Products Safety Commission |
| DMV | Department of Motor Vehicles |
| DOT | United States Department of Transportation |
| EPA | Environmental Protection Agency |
| FMCSA | Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration |
| FMVSS | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard |
| GAWR | Gross Axle Weight Rating |
| MCO | Manufacturer’s Certification of Origin |
| NHTSA | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| NICB | National Insurance Crime Bureau |
| OCC | Office of Chief Counsel |
| OVSC | Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
| RVIA | Recreational Vehicle Industry Association |
| RI | Registered Importer |
| RHD | Right-Hand Drive |
| RV | Recreational Vehicle |
| SAE | Society of Automotive Engineers |
| VIN | Vehicle Identification Number |
| WMI | World Manufacturer Identifier |