Federal Register #2026-11058

DOJ Consent Decree Resolves Clean Air Act Violations for Emission Control Defeat Devices

This notice announces the resolution of Clean Air Act violations involving aftermarket automotive emission control defeat devices: - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) - OEMs and vendors: - KX Wheels - 658736 B.C. LTD - Individuals: Philip Sweeney, Stuart McKeown - Products/services requested: - Aftermarket automotive components (at least 3,609 units) designed to bypass or defeat emission controls on vehicles or engines - No specific part numbers or models provided - Unique or notable requirements: - The products are specifically designed to render emission controls inoperative, violating federal environmental regulations - The resolution includes injunctive relief and a $700,000 civil penalty - The decree resolves all claims and includes covenants not to sue - Public comment is invited on the proposed Consent Decree - No ongoing procurement or new product/service request is included in this notice

Description

The Department of Justice lodged a proposed Consent Decree with the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington in the lawsuit United States v. KX Wheels, et al. The complaint alleges that defendants sold or offered for sale aftermarket products that bypass, defeat, or render inoperative emission controls on motor vehicles, violating the Clean Air Act. The proposed Consent Decree resolves these claims with injunctive relief and a $700,000 civil penalty. Public comments on the proposed Consent Decree are invited for 30 days following the publication date.

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