The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, part of the US Department of Transportation, is responsible for monitoring safety defects in motor vehicles; helping States and local communities reduce the threat of drunk drivers; promoting the use of safety belts, child safety seats and air bags; and providing consumer information on motor vehicle safety topics. NHTSA has a toll-free Auto Safety Hotline, 888-327-4236, to provide recall information; receive motor vehicle safety complaints; and furnish consumers with a wide range of information on auto safety.