Does the installation of a new body on a used truck chassis require a certification label?

April 9, 2013

We are an upfitter, and some of our customers bring used chassis on which to install new truck bodies and equipment. These customers are asking us to certify the used vehicle because we installed a new body. Do we need to certify a used chassis?

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