EPA v. Powertech Diesel

Case summary

On August 4, 2022, Region 10 entered into an administrative Consent Agreement and Final Order with Powertech Diesel, LLC (Powertech) for violations of Title II of the Clean Air Act. Between September 6 and October 15, 2019, Premier sold at least 6 parts or component that defeat or remove required emission controls on automobiles, including heavy-duty diesel vehicles. Additionally, Powertech advertised at least 23 defeat devices on the companys website and failed to provide a complete and timely response to EPA?s request for information. The $55,000 penalty was reduced due to Powertechs inability to pay a larger civil penalty. This settlement is part of EPA?s National Compliance Initiative for ?Stopping Aftermarket Parts Defeat Devices for Vehicles and Engines.

Defendants (1)

• Powertech Diesel LLCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• POWERTECH DIESEL, LLC

  3912 NORTH YELLOWSTONE HIGHWAY, IDAHO FALLS, ID, 83401

  Registry ID: 110070692717

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Powertech Dieselentered 2022-08-04

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $55,000

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2022-08-04Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2022-08-04Final Order Issued
• 2022-08-11Enforcement Action Data Entered