Summary of Stop Lamp-Related Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and NHTSA Interpretations, Relative to ATC, Stability Control Interventions, Engine Retarders/Exhaust Brakes J2963_201810

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4271/J2963_201810

Issuing Committee: Truck and Bus Brake Systems Committee

Publisher: SAE International

Pages: 6

Rationale: The following summary was compiled at the request of SAE Truck and Bus Council. The intent is to summarize the relevant US Federal regulations that address stop lamp activation when brakes are activated by automatic systems. This topic is specifically requested at this time as systems which can automatically apply the service brakes—ESC and collision mitigation systems—are being made available by the industry. This document is in no way binding or a definitive expectation of performance; determining compliance with applicable laws and regulations is the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer, per the requirements of DOT.