AUTOMOTIVE ANTI-COUNTERFEITING COUNCILOUR MISSION: Collaboration among automakers and their partners that will strive to eliminate counterfeit automotive components that could harm U.S. consumers.

WHAT’S COUNTERFEIT?

• Obviously undervalued shipments

• Vague, inaccurate description of goods on shipping documents

• Missing safety guidelines

• Lack of officially licensed product logos, tags or trademark notice(s)

• Poor packaging condition

• Different than expected aesthetic appearance (color, size, shape) compared to OE parts

• Differed or varying serial numbers

• Suspicious or redundant bar codes

• Poor model/brand emblem fits, attachments and stampings

• Poor gap/flush tolerance qualities

• No visible manufacturer’s address on packages or labels

• Misspellings, incorrect fonts or incorrect logos on parts or packaging

Warning signs/indicators of counterfeit-produced parts include:

AIRBAGSFront, side and knee airbags supplement seat belts to help slow occupant movement and protect occupants in the event of a collision. Airbags work together with other safety systems and must meet exact specifications for proper operation. Many counterfeit airbags have been found to improperly deploy, or not deploy at all, posing a risk to vehicle occupants.

BODY AND STRUCTURALBody components, such as bumper absorbers and body panels, are specifically designed to operate in conjunction with both structural components, and vehicle supplemental restraint systems. This integrated operation provides proper timing for airbag deployment, and absorbs energy in the event of a crash. Counterfeit vehicle hoods designed without crumple zones may penetrate the passenger compartment in a crash, putting vehicle occupants at greater risk.

BRAKESA moving vehicle carries tremendous energy and, when stopping, virtually all of it is converted into heat in the brake pads. So, brakes have to be made of materials that won’t melt, such as alloys, ceramics or composites. Counterfeit brake pads have been found to be made of grass clippings and saw dust, which would likely jeopardize stopping ability.

COUNTERFEIT PARTS

HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTSGenuine automotive lighting assemblies are designed for maximum light output for high-visibility driving at night or in extreme weather conditions. Use of high-quality materials and proper sealing methods protects connectors, wires and lenses from moisture intrusion and damage that can lead to failure or malfunction.

GLASSLaminated/tempered glass optimizes occupant safety during accidents and protects passengers from projectiles during normal driving conditions.

ENGINE AND DRIVETRAINHigh-volume maintenance parts, like spark plugs and oil filters, are commonly counterfeited. Spark plugs ignite the engine’s fuel, providing the vehicle with power. Counterfeit spark plugs can overheat and may lead to fire. The oil filter removes contaminants from engine oil to keep the engine clean. Counterfeit oil filters can cause sudden engine failure. Composition and material quality are important for the best operation of these components.

COUNTERFEIT PARTS

SUSPENSION SYSTEMA vehicle’s suspension maximizes the friction between the tires and the road surface, providing steering control, good handling and ride comfort for the passengers. Counterfeit suspension parts made of substandard materials have shown higher rates of failure, which may place drivers and passengers at risk.

WHEELSExact specifications, materials, manufacturing methods and quality standards help ensure optimum performance. Counterfeit wheels have exhibited compromised structural integrity by cracking after hitting a pothole at just over 30 mph.

COUNTERFEIT PARTS

BMWCharlotte Jablanczycharlotte.ja.jablanczy@bmw.deCell: +49 151 601 26591Office: +49 89 382 26591

Gabriel Morleygabriel.morley@bmwna.com201-571-5124

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TRADEMARKS

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FCA

A2C2 ANTI-COUNTERFEITING GUIDE

Larry Benitzlarry.benitz@fcagroup.com248-512-5074

Tom Hipeliusthomas.hipelius@fcagroup.com248-512-2929

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FORDJason Kosofsky jkosofsk@ford.comCell 313-207-4193Office 313-248-9005

Ken Feldmankfeldman@ford.comOffice 313-206-3860

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GENERAL MOTORSThomas Nicholsthomas.nichols@gm.com313-667-1961

Andrea Ankawiandrea.ankawi@gm.com313-665-1456

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HONDAMark Seraydarianmark_seraydarian@ahm.honda.com 310-783-3581

Donald Stevens donald_stevens@hpt.honda.com310-781-4293

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HYUNDAIDavid Goodloedgoodloe@mobisusa.com949-430-3375

Dan Kulikdkulik@hmausa.com714-594-1661

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KIADavid Goodloedgoodloe@mobisusa.com949-430-3375

Vandana Moilyvmoily@kiausa.com949-478-4779

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NISSANWilliam Forsythewilliam.forsythe@nissan-usa.com615-725-5932

Whitney Likehartwhitney.likehart@nissan-usa.com615-725-5009

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SUBARUJohn Lancasterjlancaster@subaru.com856-488-8569

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TOYOTATeena Bohiteena.bohi@toyota.com469-292-3431

Joe Cammisojoe.cammiso@toyota.com

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All Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. genuine automotive parts and accessories are only imported from Nagoya, Japan (Toyota Motor Corporation) and Belgium (Toyota Motor Europe)

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VOLKSWAGENDana A. Cizmadiadana.cizmadia@vw.com703-364-7236

Nick Nowaknick.nowak@vw.com703-364-7411

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MODEL LEGISLATION ... a person who manufactures, imports, installs or sells any device with the intent to replace an airbag knowing that the device is counterfeit and does not meet federal safety requirements is guilty of a fourth-degree crime. A fourth-degree crime is punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000 or both.

Alabama

California

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Iowa

Louisiana

Maryland

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

Ohio

South Carolina

Texas

Washington

STATES WITH COUNTERFEIT AIRBAG LAWS

LAWS

TRADEMARK VIOLATIONS- 18 U.S.C. § 2320 – “Trafficking” of Counterfeit Goods or Services- 19 U.S.C. § 1526 – Importing Merchandise with Counterfeit Mark (Civil)- 19 C.F.R. § 133.1 et seq. – Importing Merchandise with Counterfeit Mark (Civil)

COPYRIGHT VIOLATIONS- 17 U.S.C. § 506 – Delineating the Criminal Acts- 18 U.S.C. § 2319 – Delineating the Criminal Penalties

TRADE SECRET THEFT- 18 U.S.C. § 1831 – Benefitting a Foreign Government- 18 U.S.C. § 1832 – Benefitting a Third Party- 18 U.S.C. § 1905 – Disclosure of Confidential Commercial Information

PATENT INFRINGEMENT- 19 U.S.C. § 1337 – Importation of Designs or Devices

CRIMINAL CUSTOMS VIOLATIONS- 18 U.S.C. - § 542 – False or Fraudulent Statements to Customs - 18 U.S.C. - § 545 – Knowing Importation of Merchandise Contrary to Law- 18 U.S.C. - § 554 – Knowing Exportation of Merchandise Contrary to Law

MONEY LAUNDERING AND RACKETEERING- 18 U.S.C. § 1956(c)(7) – “Specified Unlawful Activities” (SUAs)- 18 U.S.C. § 1956(a)(2)(A) – Transfer of Funds Across International Borders- 18 U.S.C. § 1961(1) – “Specified Unlawful Activities” (SUAs)

SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE- 18 U.S.C §§ 981 and 983 – Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act of 2000 (CAFRA)- 19 U.S.C. § 1595a – Seizures Effectuated by CBP or HSI- 18 U.S.C. § 982 – Criminal Forfeiture (Available Upon Conviction)- 21 U.S.C. § 853 - Pre-Conviction Restraint & Post-Conviction Forfeiture- 18 U.S.C. § 2323 - Post-Conviction Restitution & Forfeiture

MAIL / WIRE FRAUD- 18 U.S.C. § 1341 - Mail Fraud- 18 U.S.C. § 1343 - Wire Fraud

COMPUTER HACKING- 18 U.S.C. § 1030 - Unauthorized Access of a Protected Computer

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS INFRINGEMENT – U.S. FEDERAL CRIMINAL STATUTES

LAWS

NOTES

COMPANY NAME EMAILBMW Charlotte Jablanczy

Gabriel Morleycharlotte.ja.jablanczy@bmw.degabriel.morley@bmwna.com

FCA Larry BenitzTom Hipelius

larry.benitz@fcagroup.comthomas.hipelius@fcagroup.com

FORD Jason KosofskyKen Feldman

jkosofsk@ford.comkfeldman@ford.com

GENERAL MOTORS Thomas NicholsAndrea Ankawi

thomas.nichols@gm.comandrea.ankawi@gm.com

HONDA Donald Stevens Mark Seraydarian

donald_stevens@hpt.honda.commark_seraydarian@ahm.honda.com

HYUNDAI David GoodloeDan Kulik

dgoodloe@mobisusa.comdkulik@hmausa.com

KIA David GoodloeVandana Moily

dgoodloe@mobisusa.comvmoily@kiausa.com

NISSAN Whitney Likehart William Forsythe

whitney.likehart@nissan-usa.com william.forsythe@nissan-usa.com

SUBARU John Lancaster jlancaster@subaru.com

TOYOTA Teena BohiJoe Cammiso

teena.bohi@toyota.comjoe.cammiso@toyota.com

VOLKSWAGEN Dana CizmadiaNick Nowak

dana.cizmadia@vw.comnick.nowak@vw.com

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