Interpretation ID: nht88-3.28

TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA

DATE: 08/30/88

FROM: ERNIE J. BUNNELL -- PACIFIC T-TOPS INC.

TO: TAYLOR VINSON -- LEGAL COUNCIL US DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION

TITLE: NONE

ATTACHMT: ATTACHED TO LETTER DATED 11/03/88 FROM ERIKA Z JONES TO ERNIE J. BUNNELL; REDBOOK A32, STANDARD 108

TEXT: Dear Taylor,

I was refered to you by the Department of Transportation regarding FMVSS #108 and the following:

The Department of Transportation guidelines for aftermarket and OEM rear spoilers which when mounted on the deck lid of a car obstruct the high mounted stoplamp.

Enclosed you will see (2) versions of rear spoilers (A) and (B):

A) It is designed to be at or below the rear brake light using the 5 degrees measurement as a guide.

B) It is designed to go over the horizontal intensity of the light.

We have been advised that the attachment does not need to comply with the ruling. However, we would like to know what the requirements are so that we can comply if possible.

If you need any additional information regarding this, please contact me. I shall look forward to hearing from you.