SIC 3714 — Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories
Official OSHA SIC Manual Definition
Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing motor vehicle parts and accessories, but not engaged in manufacturing complete motor vehicles or passenger car bodies. Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing or assembling complete automobiles and trucks are classified in Industry 3711; those manufacturing tires and tubes are classified in Industry 3011; those manufacturing automobile glass are classified in Major Group 32; those manufacturing automobile stampings are classified in Industry 3465; those manufacturing vehicular lighting equipment are classified in Industry 3647; those manufacturing ignition systems are classified in Industry 3694; those manufacturing storage batteries are classified in Industry 3691; and those manufacturing carburetors, pistons, piston rings, and engine intake and exhaust valves are classified in Industry 3592.
Description & Classification
SIC code 3714 representing 'Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories' is an industry category in the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system under U.S. OSHA and Federal procurement registers.
Modern NAICS Crosswalk
Trace the modern equivalent classifications in the 2022 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) database:
- NAICS 336330 - Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:33633→2002:336330→2007:336330→2012:336330→2017:336330→2022:336330)
- NAICS 336310 - Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:336312→2002:336312→2007:336312→2012:336310→2017:336310→2022:336310)
- NAICS 336320 - Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:336322→2002:336322→2007:336322→2012:336320→2017:336320→2022:336320)
- NAICS 336350 - Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:33635→2002:336350→2007:336350→2012:336350→2017:336350→2022:336350)
- NAICS 336340 - Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:33634→2002:336340→2007:336340→2012:336340→2017:336340→2022:336340)
- NAICS 336211 - Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:336211→2002:336211→2007:336211→2012:336211→2017:336211→2022:336211)
- NAICS 336390 - Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (via SIC1987:3714→NAICS1997:336399→2002:336399→2007:336399→2012:336390→2017:336390→2022:336390)
Classification Details
| SIC Code | 3714 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories |
| Division | Division D: Manufacturing |
| Major Group | Major Group 37: Transportation Equipment |
| JSON Endpoint | View as JSON · API → |
| Source / Verified | US Census 1987 SIC Concordance / 2026-08-08 |
SIC vs NAICS Compliance & Common Mismatches
Legacy SIC code 3714 classifies commercial operations based on primary end-product or service output under the 1987 federal framework. In contrast, modern 2022 NAICS codes group establishments based on production process inputs.
When submitting public disclosures to SEC EDGAR or determining OSHA workplace safety log recordkeeping exemptions (29 CFR Part 1904), rely strictly on the official OSHA 4-digit SIC classification rather than an automated commercial translation.
💡 Expert Guidance: SIC to NAICS Conversion
Common Compliance Mistake: Many contractors and B2B analysts confuse legacy 4-digit SIC codes like 3714 with modern 6-digit NAICS codes. Ensure that you use the correct active 2022 NAICS code (e.g. from the crosswalk below) when submitting representations on SAM.gov, as federal contracting officers only accept modern NAICS codes.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for legacy SIC code 3714:
- SIC Codes Complete Compliance Guide — Detailed history and active legal applications of the SIC classification framework.
- Why Legacy SIC Codes Persist Guide — How credit systems and the SEC still rely on SIC metadata.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Trace industrial code conversions dynamically.
- SIC 3714 to NAICS Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to modern NAICS codes (Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories).
- SIC Major Group 37 Hub — View other legacy industries in this business division.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What industry sector is represented by legacy SIC code 3714? ▾
Legacy SIC code 3714 represents 'Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories', categorized under Division Division D: Manufacturing and Major Group Major Group 37: Transportation Equipment. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system was developed in the late 1930s.
What is the modern 2022 NAICS equivalent for legacy SIC 3714? ▾
Legacy SIC code 3714 maps to the modern 2022 NAICS industry classifications: NAICS 336330 (Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing), NAICS 336310 (Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), NAICS 336320 (Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing), NAICS 336350 (Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing), NAICS 336340 (Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing), NAICS 336211 (Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing), NAICS 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing). Mappings are resolved transitively across successive updates to handle splits.
Why do credit agencies and banks still reference legacy SIC code 3714? ▾
Registries like Dun & Bradstreet, insurance underwriters, and private platforms retain SIC code 3714 because their historical financial risk data and scoring models are indexed using the legacy 4-digit SIC framework.
Does the SEC EDGAR system allow searching public filings by SIC 3714? ▾
Yes. The SEC Division of Corporation Finance assigns a primary 4-digit SIC code to public companies. You can search the EDGAR database using SIC code 3714 to group reporting peer firms.
How do OSHA safety recordkeeping rules apply to SIC code 3714? ▾
Under 29 CFR Part 1904 safety regulations, OSHA references legacy SIC codes including 3714 to determine if a physical establishment is required to maintain daily injury logs (Form 300) or is partially exempt.
What is the structural difference between SIC 3714 and NAICS codes? ▾
SIC code 3714 classifies establishments based on their final product output or market destination (what they sell), while modern NAICS codes classify them based on production processes and inputs (how they work).
What are the typical business activities classified under legacy SIC 3714? ▾
Typical business activities classified under legacy SIC 3714 are the operations associated with 'Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories'. Mapped modern NAICS codes can be referenced for specific current examples.
Is legacy SIC code 3714 uniform across all 50 U.S. states? ▾
Yes, the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system, including code 3714, was published as a federal standard and remains uniform nationwide. It is still referenced by various state workers' compensation boards and departments of labor.
Sources & References
- U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA): OSHA Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Manual — Code 3714
- U.S. Census Bureau: 1987 SIC to 2022 NAICS Concordance Tables
- Federal Reserve Board: Industrial Production & Capacity Utilization Classifications
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Schedule C Principal Business Activity (PBA) Industry Concordance
- Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Standard Industrial Classification Systems Governance