The recall has been organised in accordance with the "Code of Practice" concerning vehicle safety issues drawn up by the Vehicle Inspectorate and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

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"We are hopeful the granting of this waiver will not undermine the enormous efforts put forth to create the national program, " says Dave McCurdy, president and chief executive of the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, which represents 11 vehicle manufacturers including General Motors, Chrysler, Ford Motor and Toyota.

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