Understanding FMVSS 301: Fuel System Integrity for work trucks

January 25, 2019

Bob Raybuck

NTEA Director of Technical Services

We are a work truck upfitter that mounts bodies on many lighter truck chassis. We have questions on how to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 301: Fuel System Integrity. Can you help us understand our requirements?

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