EPA v. FABSPEED.COM, INC. D/B/A FABSPEED MOTORSPORT (FABSPEED.COM, LLC)

Case summary

On April 24, 2025, a Consent Agreement and Final Order entered into by EPA and Fabspeed.com, Inc. d/b/a Fabspeed Motorsport (Respondent) was filed with the Regional Hearing Clerk settling alleged violations of the CAA. The violations were discovered as a result of an investigation into activities at Respondent's shop located at 155 Commerce Drive in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania where it was determined that Respondent knowingly removed or rendered inoperative certified emission controls installed on at least 11 unique diesel- powered motor vehicles, and sold at least 930 parts or components that defeat certified emission controls on diesel-powered motor vehicles in 2018-2023. As these emissions controls are devices or elements of design installed by vehicle and engine manufacturers in compliance with regulations under the Title II of the CAA, Respondent's conduct constitutes both illegal tampering under Section 203(a)(3)(A) of the CAA and illegal sales of defeat devices under Section 203(a)(3)(B) of the CAA. Respondent's conduct created a potential harm to human health by defeating controls on emissions of particulate matter and ozone which are linked to a number of health effects as well as premature death; carbon monoxide which can cause headaches, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, loss of consciousness, and heart disease; and nitrogen oxides which can aggravate respiratory diseases. Respondent's illegal sales also create a potential for to the CAA regulatory program by removing or rendering inoperative a vehicle or engine's emission-related elements of design so they no longer match the configuration certified by the original manufacturer, likely resulting in increased emissions, which are in opposition of the goal of providing clean air to every American. The parties reached an agreement on a civil penalty of FIFTY THOUSAND dollars ($50,000). In keeping with our goal to work with our Agency partners, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has been notified of this action and has raised no objection.

Defendants (1)

• FABSPEED.COM, INC. D/B/A FABSPEED MOTORSPORTNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• FABSPEED.COM, INC.

  155 COMMERCE DRIVE, FORT WASHINGTON, PA, 19034

  Registry ID: 110070790855

Statutes cited

• CAA 203 — Prohibited Acts - Motor Vehicle & Motor Vehicle Engines

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• FABSPEED.COM, INC. D/B/A FABSPEED MOTORSPORT (FABSPEED.COM, LLC)entered 2025-04-24

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $50,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2025-04-24Final Order Issued
• 2025-04-24Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2025-04-30Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2025-05-02Enforcement Action Closed