Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-46.10 - Procedures for application and for issuance of a vehicle identification number (VIN) for homebuilt regulated vehicles

(1) A person, other than a manufacturer, who constructs or rebuilds a regulated vehicle for which there is no legible VIN may make application to the department on forms provided by the department for the issuance of a new VIN. The application process shall include an inspection of the regulated vehicle by the department. If the application is approved, the VIN shall be affixed to the vehicle by a peace officer. The completed application shall then be surrendered to the county recorder.
(2) The peace officer shall permanently affix the VIN as follows:
a. All-terrain vehicle. The VIN shall be affixed to the frame under the seat.
b. Off-road motorcycle. The VIN shall be affixed to the steering yoke.
c. Off-road utility vehicle. The VIN shall be affixed to the frame under the seat.

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Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-46.10
Adopted by IAB May 14, 2025/Volume XLVII, Number 23, effective 6/18/2025

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