§ 59B-27 Vehicles – Meets Safety Standards.
RCNY § 59
(a)Unsafe or Unfit Vehicles.
(1)No For-Hire Vehicle can be used in a For-Hire Vehicle service after the Commission or the NYS DMV has determined that the Vehicle is unsafe or unfit for use as a For-Hire Vehicle, and the Owner has been directed to remove the Vehicle from service.
(2)If the Commission or the Commission's inspection facility determines that the Vehicle is unsafe or unfit, the Decals must be removed by the Commission.
(3)If the NYS DMV or a DMV inspection facility determines that the Vehicle is unsafe or unfit, the Vehicle Owner must return the Decals to the Chairperson within 72 hours after the determination is made.
(4)If the Chairperson has any reason to believe that any For-Hire Vehicle is unsafe or unfit for use, the Chairperson can order the Vehicle to report to the Commission's inspection facility.
(b)Seat and Shoulder Belts. Each For-Hire Vehicle must have all seat belts and shoulder belts clearly visible, accessible, and in good working order. 35 RCNY § 59B-27(b)Fine: $100 – 250Appearance REQUIRED (c) Shoulder Belts Required. In addition to seat belts for each seating position and shoulder belts for both outside front seat positions, all For-Hire Vehicles must be equipped with shoulder belts for both outside Passenger rear seat positions. 35 RCNY § 59B-27(c) Fine: $100 – 250Appearance REQUIRED
