Section 730. Exemptions; temporary extensions

A. An exemption to the requirement to comply with emissions-related manufacturer recall may be granted by the director upon a showing, documented by corroborating information from the vehicle manufacturer or dealer, that such recall is no longer valid or can no longer be complied with due to technical reasons.

B. An extension of the vehicle emissions inspection valid period may be granted by the department for the purpose of compliance with emissions-related manufacturer recall upon a showing, documented by corroborating information from the vehicle manufacturer or dealer, that required parts, tools or required technological information is unavailable. Such extension shall be for a period which reflects the demonstrated need, not to exceed two years.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 13, Issue 05, eff. January 24, 1997.

Statutory Authority

§§ 46.2-1178.1, 46.2-1179, 46.2-1180, and 46.2-1187.2 of the Code of Virginia.