Latest eCall In-Vehicle Emergency Call System Certification (2026)

2026-03-26

For automakers and component suppliers targeting the EU in 2026, eCall certification is a non-negotiable regulatory requirement. It ensures reliable emergency communication during severe accidents, protecting lives by reducing response times.

I. Core 2026 Update: NG eCall Only

Legacy 2G/3G eCall is obsolete. NG eCall (4G/5G + IMS) is the only compliant solution.

  II. Key Standards & Regulations

·EU: (EU) 2024/1180, (EU) 2025/1871

·Test specs: EN 16072:2025, EN 17184:2024, EN 17240:2024, UN R144

·EN 18052:2025 (newly enforced in early 2026)

  III. Common Failure Points in 2026 Testing

·Physical emergency button required (touchscreen-only not allowed)

·MSD v3 format and IMS transmission timing

·Positioning accuracy under 3 meters

·Backup battery runtime under main power failure

·Network handover and cross-operator stability

·Vehicle-level integration and real-road validation

  IV. Applicable Products

M1/N1 vehicles, T-Box, telematics modules, head units, 4G/5G modems.

Other markets require separate certification: ERA-GLONASS (Russia), UAE/Saudi emergency systems.


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