F/CMVSS 209: Seat Belt Assemblies

October 8, 2019

Federal/Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 209, which contains seat belt assembly requirements, works in conjunction with other F/CMVSS for occupant protection and fulfills a primary role as an equipment standard as part of the overall occupant protection system.

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