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WEBGet resources and info about staying safe on America’s roads. And, find out if there’s a recall on your car or how to report a vehicle safety problem.
Traffic Crash Deaths | Early Estimates Jan-March 2024 | NHTSA
WEBJun 24, 2024 · The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today released its first projections for traffic fatalities in 2024, estimating that 8,650 people died in traffic crashes in the first three months of the year. This represents a decrease of about 3.2% as compared to 8,935 estimated fatalities during the same period in 2023.
Press Releases - NHTSA
WEBNHTSA Estimates Traffic Fatalities Declined in the First Half of 2024: Washington, DC. September 05, 2024 : NHTSA Launches Labor Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign. The 13,524 alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities represented one-third of all traffic fatalities in 2022. Washington, DC. August 15, 2024
Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA
WEBA recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards. Most decisions to conduct a recall and remedy a safety defect are made voluntarily by manufacturers prior to any involvement by NHTSA.
NHTSA Releases 2022 Traffic Deaths, 2023 Early Estimates
WEBApr 1, 2024 · The agency estimates that 40,990 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2023, a decrease of about 3.6% as compared to 42,514 fatalities reported to have occurred in 2022. The fourth quarter of 2023 represents the seventh consecutive quarterly decline in fatalities beginning with the second quarter of 2022.
The Briefing Room - NHTSA
WEBThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Briefing Room provides the latest news and information on agency announcements and events. All media inquiries and interview requests should be directed to the Office of Public Affairs at 202-366-9550 or [email protected] .
Initial Data Release, Advanced Vehicle Technologies | NHTSA
WEBJun 15, 2022 · Today, as part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s efforts to increase roadway safety and encourage innovation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration published the initial round of data it has collected through its Standing General Order issued last year and initial accompanying reports summarizing this data.
About NHTSA | NHTSA
WEBSep 5, 2024 · The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways. Through enforcing vehicle performance standards and partnerships with state and local governments, NHTSA reduces deaths, injuries and economic losses from motor vehicle crashes.
NHTSA to Allow Adaptive Driving Beam Headlights on New …
WEBFeb 15, 2022 · The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a final rule today allowing automakers to install adaptive driving beam headlights on new vehicles. This satisfies a requirement in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law more than a year and a half ahead of schedule.
Vehicle Safety - NHTSA
WEBLearn about the safety benefits of frontal and side air bags and the importance of using seat belts—your first line of defense. Read More about Air Bags Takata Recall Spotlight