### Question
How does the law define multipurpose passenger vehicle?


### Answer
Under *23 U.S.C. § 405*, **multipurpose passenger vehicle** is defined as:

> a motor vehicle with motive power (except a trailer), designed to carry not more than 10 individuals, that is constructed either on a truck chassis or with special features for occasional off-road operation

#### Citation:
  - *23 U.S.C. § 405*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 4-HIGHWAY SAFETY**

