# FMVSS self-certification (us_nhtsa)

Zoox self-certified its purpose-built robotaxi (no steering wheel or pedals) as meeting all applicable FMVSS - the first such self-certification rather than seeking an exemption (2022). NHTSA later opened an inquiry into the self-certification basis. Authority: NHTSA.

## Key facts

- Jurisdiction: us_nhtsa
- Filing type: other
- Status: active
- Filing number: FMVSS self-certification
- Verification posture: verified
- Cap-flag notes: Year-precision only (2022); exact agency date not corroborated.

## Applicant

- [Zoox](/companies/zoox.md)

## Sources (1)

- [https://zoox.com/journal/self-certification](https://zoox.com/journal/self-certification)

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