OAR 735-022-0090
Proof of Compliance with Federal Vehicle Standards
(1)
Proof of compliance with federal vehicle standards is required when DMV is not satisfied, based on the ownership documents, that the vehicle complies with federal vehicle standards, DMV has reason to believe the vehicle does not comply, or DMV receives an application for Oregon title and the application is submitted with an ownership document issued by:(a)
A jurisdiction outside of the U.S.;(b)
The U.S. military; or(c)
A person other than a U.S. authorized distributor for the vehicle listed on the manufacturer’s certificate of origin (MCO).(2)
DMV may accept the following as proof that a vehicle complies with federal vehicle standards:(a)
For a vehicle imported by the U.S. military or military personnel, a written notice or form issued by the U.S. military that indicates the vehicle meets federal vehicle standards;(b)
A Dealer Certification of Compliance with Federal Emission and Safety Standards (DMV Form 7290) for a motorcycle or moped, completed by an Oregon vehicle dealer with a current valid vehicle dealer certificate;(c)
An original letter from the manufacturer or U.S. authorized distributor that includes the VIN and that states that the vehicle meets EPA standards and can be modified to meet federal safety equipment standards. The letter must be accompanied by a Certification of Compliance with Federal Emission and Safety Standards (DMV Form 7286); or(d)
For a vehicle with an ownership document issued outside of the U.S., a U.S. Customs form that contains all of the following:(A)
A vehicle description that includes the year model, make and VIN; and(B)
Written approval from U.S. Customs indicating that the vehicle complies with federal vehicle standards. For example, a form issued by U.S. Customs with an approval stamp or the signature of an authorized U.S. Customs agent.(3)
Proof of compliance with federal vehicle standards is not required if:(a)
The vehicle is or has been titled or registered in the U.S.;(b)
The MCO submitted to DMV indicates the vehicle was manufactured for use in the U.S.; or(c)
DMV receives an original statement from the manufacturer that indicates the vehicle complies with federal vehicle standards.(4)
Notwithstanding sections (2) and (3) of this rule, DMV may refuse to issue title and registration if DMV has reason to believe:(a)
The vehicle does not meet federal vehicle standards; or(b)
The vehicle is not primarily manufactured for operation on U.S. roads or highways.(5)
This rule shall be applied retroactively to May 1, 2009.
Source:
Rule 735-022-0090 — Proof of Compliance with Federal Vehicle Standards, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=735-022-0090.