As a mandatory threshold for exporting automotive products to the EU, EU NG eCall Certification underwent its most significant rule update in recent years at the end of 2025. To stay ahead in this market, understanding the "Amendment (EU) 2025/1871" issued on October 28, 2025, is the starting point for all work.
In short, the core changes of the new rules are "standard replacement" and "tightened timelines."
The transitional technical specifications (prefixed with CEN/TS) will be fully replaced by official European Standards (prefixed with EN). This signifies that NG eCall technology has matured, and the EU is no longer making allowances for "trial-run" products—all certifications must meet the strictest, most official requirements.
The transition process has a clear, irreversible timeline:
1.January 1, 2026: A definite starting point. From this date, the EU will no longer issue any certificates for new vehicle models that only support traditional 2G/3G eCall.
2.January 1, 2027: A dual-effective date. First, all previously issued traditional eCall certificates will become invalid. Second, all new applications or certificate extensions for eCall must fully comply with the latest official standards EN 17184:2024 and EN 17240:2024.
3.January 1, 2028: The complete end of the transition period. Even NG eCall certificates obtained early in compliance with the "CEN/TS 17240:2018" specification will become invalid if not upgraded to meet the latest "EN" standards.
Upgraded Requirements for EU NG eCall Certification
In addition to standard upgrades, the new rules add two mandatory tests that directly impact your product design:
1.Enhanced Backup Power Supply Test: If your eCall system’s backup battery also powers other on-board devices (e.g., in-car entertainment systems), starting January 1, 2027, it must pass a test simulating more extreme scenarios. It requires the battery to support a total runtime of "5 minutes of emergency calls + 56 minutes of standby waiting + another 5 minutes of calls" after an accident. This means you can’t just focus on the battery’s performance when fully charged—you also need to consider the chaotic power supply conditions after an accident.
2.Regular Road Airworthiness Testing for eCall Systems: Starting January 1, 2028, vehicles must support technicians to directly read key statuses of the eCall system through a standard diagnostic interface and perform basic self-tests (e.g., speaker and echo tests). This requires you to reserve hardware and software interfaces for this "digital physical examination" function during the initial design phase—not just ensuring the system "works" in an accident.
Today’s EU NG eCall Certification has evolved from a simple functional safety requirement into a complex system integrating the latest communication technologies, rigorous testing and verification, and global regulatory coordination. If you want to delve into the testing details for specific vehicle categories (e.g., M1 passenger cars) or get planning advice for specific product types, for professional certification consulting, contact BLUEASIA: +86 13534225140.
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