It looks like this covers "and an unloaded vehicle weight of 2,495 kg (5,500 pounds) or less". From what I understand even my F-150 wouldn't fall under this legislation
Is this one of those "that's why big cars are cheaper to make" situations?
The EDR is optional. If the manufacturer chooses to install it, it must meet those standards.
I was just refuting the GPs assertion that they are all proprietary and that only the manufacturer can access the data.
From a quick search, it's technically possible to configure some model year F-150s to have a curb weight over 5,500 pounds with all the right options, but most are lower.
Also the rules I posted are only if the manufacturer chooses to equip a recorder. They can opt not to have one.
The point I was making is that the GP was just saying shit that had no basis in fact.