Proposal to enable application to vehicles of category X (vehicles of category Y are not in scope). For vehicles of category X, the R point of the most forward passenger seat shall be taken instead of the R-point of the driver’s seat. Amendments address steering control contact requirements and modify occupant references.

Proposal to amend UN R16 to account for vehicles of category X and vehicles without drivers or manual driving controls. Modifications include extending application to Automated Driving Systems, updating definitions for front passenger seats, adding definitions for ADS feature types, amending retractor requirements, and adjusting restraint system assessment procedures for non-driver occupants and type 4N retractors.

Proposal to amend UN R16 (Safety-belts) Supplement 3 to the 10 series of amendments to extend application to vehicles equipped with Automated Driving Systems (ADS). Modifications include scope amendments for vehicle categories X and Y, new definitions for ADS feature types 1 and 2, and adjustments to retractor requirements, occupant contact provisions, and restraint system evaluation procedures for ADS-equipped vehicles.

Updated proposal to enable application of UN R16.10 to ADS vehicles.

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation) and to allow the use of talcum for the dust resistance test as an alternative to dry quartz.

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation) and to allow the use of talcum for the dust resistance test as an alternative to dry quartz.

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation) and to allow the use of talcum for the dust resistance test as an alternative to dry quartz.

Proposal to allow the use of talcum for the dust resistance test as an alternative to dry quartz

Proposal to clarify how to perform the buckle-opening test under paragraph 7.8. of the text and to update references to the three-dimensional “H” point measurement and calibration procedure pursuant to the transposition of these provisions from the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (RE3) to Mutual Resolution No. 1.

Proposal for the AVRS task force to enable application to ADS vehicles.

Proposal to enable application of UN R16 to ADS vehicles.

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation).

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation).

Proposal to remove the prohibition on use the Unique Identifier per the WP.29 decision to change the default application of the UI from a requirement (requiring prohibition in cases where UI does not apply) to a permission (requiring an affirmative statement that UI may be used under a Regulation).

Proposal to allow the use of talcum for the dust resistance test as an alternative to dry
quartz.

Proposal to enable application of UN R16 to vehicles equipped with an Automated Driving System.

Proposal to update references to the three-dimensional “H” point measurement and calibration procedure pursuant to the transposition of these provisions from the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (RE3) to Mutual Resolution No. 1.

Proposal to allow thevuse of talcum for the dust resistance test as alternative to dry quartz.

Proposal to amend UN R16 to effect the separation of certain provisions into new UN Regulations on the installation of occupant restraint systems and on safety-belt reminders.

Proposal to update references to the three-dimensional “H” point measurement and calibration procedure pursuant to the transposition of these provisions from the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (RE3) to Mutual Resolution No. 1.

Revised proposal based on document GRSP/2024/4 to amend UN R16 pursuant to proposal by the Ad Hoc Group on splitting UN R16 into three UN Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Revised proposal based on document GRSP/2024/7 to update references to the three-dimensional “H” point measurement and calibration procedure pursuant to moving such provisions from the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) to Mutual Resolution No. 1.

Proposal to update references to the three-dimensional “H” point measurement and calibration procedure pursuant to the transposition of these provisions from the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (RE3) to Mutual Resolution No. 1.

Proposal by the Ad hoc Group to split UN Regulation No. 16 into three UN Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Proposal to clarify how to perform the buckle-opening test under paragraph 7.8. of the text.

Proposal from the ad hoc group on safety-belt reminders to clarify: (a) exemption of the presence of SBR on folding seats, (b) first level of warning tests with transmission in neutral position, and (c) interference of devices for remote starting of vehicles with SBR.

Proposal by the Ad Hoc Group on splitting UN Regulation No. 16 into three UN Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Draft text prepared by the experts of the Ad-Hoc Group to split UN R16 into 3 Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Text under development by the experts of the Ad-Hoc Group to split UN R16 into 3 Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Text under development by the experts of the Ad-Hoc Group to split UN R16 into 3 Regulations, separating safety-belt components and restraint systems from safety-belt installation requirements and safety-belt reminders.

Proposal to clarify how to perform the buckle-opening test under point 7.8. of the regulation.

Proposal to define the judgement phase of the dynamic seat belt component test on the sled as limited up to the point where the manikin contacts the seat back during its backward movement after impact.

Aims to clarify which folding seats are exempt from the SBR requirements. The wording “fitted in the access passages of vehicles of category M2 or M3” means to cover folding seats located in the entry/exit areas of buses and coaches as well as folded/stowed seats for occasional usage in the aisle areas of such vehicles. The wording “fitted to N1 or N2 for the safe ingress and egress of the driver via the front passenger door” means to cover folding seats that can typically be found in delivery vans, and where this front passenger door is frequently used by the driver to safely exit the vehicle (on the vehicle side away from traffic).

Proposal to define minimum safety-belt installation specifications for forward-facing seats which face a Child Restraint System in M₂ and M₃ vehicles and to prevent the approval mark from being replaced by a Unique Identifier.

Proposal to enhance the safety of the belted passenger seated behind a seat by removing two derogations for buses and coaches for two-point belts.

Proposal to limit slack of the safety-belt buckle in rear seats to improve occupant safety.

Proposal to:

1. define minimum safety-belt installation specifications for forward-facing seats which face a Child Restraint System in M₂ and M₃ vehicles
2. introduce definitions, requirements and a test procedure for lower tether anchorages
3. prohibit use of the Unique Identifier in place of the UN R16 approval mark, and
4. remove two exemptions for two-point belts
5. clarify the requirements for safety-belt reminder of rear seat row(s)
6. clarify:
   1. how to assess safety-belt reminder connection, in the case of removable seats and
   2. safety-belt reminder systems test procedure (first and second level warning), visual warning and requirements for safety-belt reminder of rear seat row(s).

Proposal for adult occupant restraint requirements for seats facing a seat with a child restraint system to prevent impacts between the adult occupant and the child occupant.

The text reproduced prepared by the Ad Hoc Group on Child Restraint Systems to introduce definitions, requirements and a test procedure for lower tether anchorages.

Proposal to harmonise transitional provisions and to clarify the requirements for safety-belt reminder of rear seat row(s)

Presentation on the background and scope of the proposal to amend

Proposal to enhance the safety of the belted passenger seated behind a seat by removing the two of the derogations for two-point belts and supports the usage of three-point belts also in buses.

Proposal to amend the current support leg volume to improve the compatibility between the support leg volume and the Child Restraint Fixtures used for assessing the external dimensions of an ECRS.

Proposal to prevent the approval mark from being replaced by a Unique Identifier (UI) in UN Regulation No. 16.

Proposal form the Ad Hoc Group on Child Restraint Systems to introduce definitions, requirements and a test procedure for lower tether anchorages.

Proposal to define minimum safety-belt installation specifications for forward-facing seats which face a Child Restraint System in M₂ and M₃ vehicles.

Proposal to clarify:

1. how to assess safety-belt reminder connection, in the case of removable seats and
2. safety-belt reminder systems test procedure (first and second level warning), visual warning and requirements for safety-belt reminder of rear seat row(s).

Proposal to introduce definitions, requirements and a test procedure for lower tether anchorages.

Proposal to to introduce definitions, requirements and a test procedure for lower tether anchorages.

Proposal to prevent the approval mark from being replaced by a Unique Identifier (UI).

Proposal to clarify the requirements for safety-belt reminder systems on test procedure (first and second level warning), visual warning and requirements for Seat belt Reminder of rear seat row(s).

Presentation on the proposal of amendments

Presentation on the 3 issues on the SBR regulation – due to new design and new technology

Proposal to introduce an optional (on the choice of the manufacturer) test procedure for frontal airbags in combination with rearward facing child restraint systems in the rear seat to demonstrate that no deactivation of the airbag is needed. The proposal addresses new airbag technologies pursuant to discussions during the December 2021 session of GRSP (see GRSP/70, paragraph 12). The proposal was revised to limit the scope to specific Enhanced Child Restraint Systems (ECRS).

Proposal to clarify assessment of the connection of the safety-belt reminder system in the case of removable seats.

The proposal aims to introduce an optional (on the choice of the manufacturer) test procedure for frontal airbags in combination with rearward facing child restraint systems in the rear seat to demonstrate that no deactivation of the airbag is needed. The aim of the proposal is to promote new airbag technologies.

Text to clarify how the assessment of the connection of the Safety-belt reminder system in case of removable seats has to be done.

Proposal to introduce new requirements for safety-belts of seat positions equipped with the lower ISOFIX anchorage to address safety-belt slippage up to the neck and submarining in ISOFIX-attached child booster seats.

Discussion on ECE/TRANS/WP .29/GRSP/2021/19

Proposal to address safety-belt slippage up to the neck and submarining in ISOFIX-attached child booster seats.

Proposal to amend the current support leg volume to improve the compatibility between the support leg volume and the Child Restraint Fixtures used for assessing the external dimensions of an ECRS.

Proposal to update the drawings of the child restraint booster seat volumes to allow the possibility of a support leg.

Proposal from GRSP to correct the information sheet (Certificate) in paragraph 3.3. to position the information on the safety-belt reminder in relation to the seating position of the driver.

Proposal from GRSP to correct an omission in paragraph 3 with regard to information on safety-belt reminders and align the regulation with Annex I of EU regulation 2018/858.

Proposal from GRSP to correct an omission in paragraph 3 with regard to information on safety-belt reminders and align the regulation with Annex I of EU regulation 2018/858.

Proposal to address safety-belt slippage up to the neck and submarining in ISOFIX-attached child booster seats.

Proposal corrects an omission in paragraph 3 with regard to information on safety-belt reminders and aligns the regulation with Annex I of EU regulation 2018/858.

Proposal brings the text from the information sheet referring to the safety-belt reminder where it is really required, namely the seating position of the driver.

GRSP proposal GRSP proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

GRSP proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

Proposal to address requirements for Safety Belt Reminders in some particular vehicle designs and clarify the continued validity of an exemption in the transitional provisions.

Proposal to align the 08 series with previous series of amendments with regard to approval authority notification of modifications that affect technical performance and/or documentation.

Proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

German-language presentation on ISOFIX child seat and top tether positioning

Proposal to clarify the test procedures and the different ECRS to be tested for the assessment of the system.

Proposal that for the unfastened belts indicator to only detect unfastened belt in the rear without actually identifying the exact location of the seat and the addition of a new paragraph to clarify that an exemption in the transition provisions remains applicable and acceptable,.

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Proposal to introduce an optional (on the choice of the manufacturer) test procedure for frontal airbags in combination with rearward facing child restraint systems in the rear seat to demonstrate that no deactivation of the airbag is needed.

Proposal from the GRSP secretariat to align the 08 series with previous series of amendments with regard to approval authority notification of modifications that affect technical performance and/or documentation. (This change was apparently overlooked in the handling of GRSP/2019/6).

Proposal to clarify that modifications need only be notified to the Type Approval Authority when they have an influence on the performance (compliance with technical requirements of UN R16) and/or the documentation required by the UN Regulation. The proposal also updates the Communication Form to add rear safety belt reminders.

Proposal to clarify that modifications need only be notified to the Type Approval Authority when they have an influence on the performance (compliance with technical requirements of UN R16) and/or the documentation required by the UN Regulation. The proposal also updates the Communication Form to add rear safety belt reminders.

Proposal to introduce an optional (on the choice of the manufacturer) test procedure for frontal airbags in combination with rearward facing child restraint systems in the rear seat to demonstrate that no deactivation of the airbag is needed.

Presentation in support of the proposal to allow an option for demonstration that an airbag deployment is safe in the presence of a rear-facing child restraint system in a rear seating position.

Proposal to clarify that modifications need only be notified to the Type Approval Authority when they have an influence on the performance (compliance with technical requirements of UN R16) and/or the documentation required by the UN Regulation.

Proposal to update the Communication Form since from the 07 series of amendments rear safety belt reminders have been added.

Proposal to:

1. harmonize airbag warning labels regarding the correct use of a child restraint system in a seating position equipped with an activated frontal airbag in order to prohibit the display of additional information unrelated to child safety, and
2. clarify that only a 3-point-belt shall be permitted for the driver seating position in order to address differing interpretations among Technical Services regarding which requirements apply for driver position seat-belt approval.

Proposal to correct an oversight by adding the minimum requirement for at least a two-point lap belt (Br3, Br4m, Br4Nm) for use with rearward facing child restraints for M₃ as is already the case for M₂ vehicles.

Proposal to correct an oversight by adding the minimum requirement for at least a two-point lap belt (Br3, Br4m, Br4Nm) for use with rearward facing child restraints for M₃ as is already the case for M₂ vehicles.

Proposal clarify that only a 3-point-belt shall be permitted for the driver seating position in order to address differing interpretations among Technical Services regarding which requirements apply for driver position seat-belt approval.

Proposal to correct an oversight by adding the minimum requirement for at least a two-point lap belt (Br3, Br4m, Br4Nm) for use with rearward facing child restraints for M₃ as is already the case for M₂ vehicles.

Proposal to clarify that the second level warning requirement in the 02 series of amendments to the UN R16 is dependent upon the needs of each seating position. A strict reading of paragraph 2.45. would require a second-level warning in the event of any unfastened seat-belt in a front or rear position. This proposal would clarify that the second-level warning is required depending on the individual position requirement (e.g., based on detection that a position is occupied).

Proposal to correct Table 1 by deleting “F1” (this fixture is part of a corresponding ISO Standard but not in UN R16) and to replace “universal” by “i-Size” in the title of Appendix 5, as UN R129 booster seats can be only i-Size or specific.

Proposal to clarify and correct the reference in paragraph 8.3.6. to UN R14 and the new UN Regulation on ISOFIX anchorages with regard to the measurement of the pitch angle used for the geometrical assessment of the installation of ISOFIX child restraint fixtures. This proposal relates directly to the supplements presented in document WP.29/2017/120.

Proposal to clarify and correct the reference in paragraph 8.3.6. to UN R14 and the new UN Regulation on ISOFIX anchorages with regard to the measurement of the pitch angle used for the geometrical assessment of the installation of ISOFIX child restraint fixtures. This proposal relates to the supplements presented in document WP.29/2017/120.

Alternative proposal to GRSP/2017/27 submitted by the EC to clarify and improve airbag warning label requirements and to group these provisions under UN R16 in order to avoid the need to update multiple regulations in case of changes. OICA would not, however, add provisions concerning language variations (these are handled at the point of sale).

On 14 November 2017, Korea introduced rear seat-belt reminder requirements into the KMVSS aligned with the 07 series of amendments to UN R16. The requirements become mandatory from 1 September 2019. At the same time, Korea also adopted the FlexPLI test tool for pedestrian protection testing aligned with the draft Amendment 2 to GTR No. 9. Compliance testing with the FlexPLI will start from 1 January 2018 (given that the FlexPLI has been in use under Korea NCAP since 2015).

Proposal from the GRSP secretariat to correct editorial oversights found in document GRSP/2017/21.

Proposal from the GRSP secretariat to correct editorial oversights found in document GRSP/2017/22:

1. Deletes “one of” from the phrase “one of the positions specified in paragraph 7.7.1.5.”
2. Paragraph 8.3.6. ellipsis (dots) at the end of the paragraph, indicating that the remaining previous text shall be kept, were omitted.
3. Paragraph 1.2: Deletes “and Appendix 5” to align with the text of Supplement 9 to the 06 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 16.
4. Refers to figures 1 to 8, not 1 to 9.
5. Table 1: Deletes “F1” in the table, as this fixture is part of the corresponding ISO Standard but not in UN R16.
6. Appendix 5: Replaces “universal” by “i-size” in the title of Appendix 5, as UN Regulation No. 129 booster seats can be only i-Size or specific.

As a counterproposal to document GRSP/2017/27 submitted by the EC, OICA suggests to group all the airbag warning requirements in one single UN Regulation (i.e. UN R16); this would avoid future administrative burden when these may need adaptation. Another solution could be to simply refer, in UN R94 and UN R137, to the label defined in UN R16; OICA suggests that GRSP discusses the most suitable approach.

In addition, OICA agrees with the EC proposal to better define the required label, in order to avoid potential misinterpretations. However, when it comes to the printing of the user information in a multitude of languages, OICA considers this is an unnecessary burden, with no benefit to the user. User manuals are placed in the vehicles at the point of sale and therefore in the local language(s); in the not so frequent cases whereby a vehicle, during its lifetime, ends up in a different country/language, the user will always be able to obtain the manual in his own language, if he so asks. OICA consequently proposes not to amend the current requirements on the issue of languages.

Proposal to clarify and correct the reference in paragraph 8.3.6. to UN R14 and the new UN Regulation on ISOFIX anchorages with regard to the measurement of the pitch angle used for the geometrical assessment of the installation of ISOFIX child restraint fixtures. This proposal relates directly to the supplements presented in document WP.29/2017/120.

Proposal to clarify that the second level warning requirement in the 02 series of amendments to the UN R16 is dependent upon the needs of each seating position. A strict reading of paragraph 2.45. would require a second-level warning in the event of any unfastened seat-belt in a front or rear position. This proposal would clarify that the second-level warning is required depending on the individual position requirement (e.g., based on detection that a position is occupied).

Proposal to harmonize airbag warning labels regarding the correct use of a child restraint system in a seating position equipped with an activated frontal airbag in order to prohibit the display of additional information unrelated to child safety.

Proposal to correct Table 1 by deleting “F1” (this fixture is part of a corresponding ISO Standard but not in UN R16) and to replace “universal” by “i-Size” in the title of Appendix 5, as UN R129 booster seats can be only i-Size or specific.

Proposal to correct paragraph 1.2. by deleting “and Appendix 5” in order to align with the text of Supplement 9 to the 06 series of amendments to UN R16, to correct Table 1 by deleting “F1” (this fixture is part of a corresponding ISO standard not found in UN R16), and to correct Appendix 5 by replacing “universal” with “i-Size” (UN R129 booster seats can be only i-Size or specific).

For the International Whole Vehicle Type Approval, a UN Regulation is split in two regulations, UN Regulation No. 14-08 series of amendments including only adult safety belt anchorages and a new regulation UN Regulation No. [XX] will include all requirements for child restraint anchorages. Accordingly, this proposal would update the references to UN Regulation No. 14 in UN Regulation No. 16 in order to recognize child restraint system anchorages installed on the vehicle and approved under the new regulation.

Proposal to harmonize airbag warning labels regarding the correct use of a child restraint system in a seating position equipped with an activated frontal airbag in order to prohibit the display of additional information unrelated to child safety.

Proposal to add new CRS fixtures and otherwise align UN R16 with changes introduced through UN R129 (enhanced child restraint systems). Two “Booster Seat” fixtures (ISO/B2 and ISO/B3) were added to UN R16 to coincide with the implementation of Phase 2 of UN R129. These fixtures were developed within ISO/TC 22/SC 36/WG 2 (Child Restraint Systems) and follow the principle already established in Regulations 16 and 129 to ensure child restraint to car compatibility. An additional “Reduced-Size Rearward Facing toddler CRS” fixture (ISO/R2x) was added to facilitate compatibility in small cars/seating positions. The ISO/B2 booster seat fixture was added in the i-Size concept. Lateral facing fixtures (ISO/L1 and ISO/L2) have been upgraded. The proposal also corrects figure 2 in Annex 1B to show the referenced zones A and B, to add the sentence “Non-rigid material of < 50 Shore A hardness may be removed in order to demonstrate that covered or padded rigid parts are not contacted by the head or the chest of the manikin during the test.” and makes editorial improvements.

Proposal to update the 07 series of amendments in line with UN R129 and changes to the 06 series (Supplements 8 and 9). Two “Booster Seat” fixtures (ISO/B2 and ISO/B3) were added to UN R16 to coincide with the implementation of Phase 2 of UN Regulation No. 129. These fixtures were developed within ISO/TC 22/SC 36/WG 2 (Child Restraint Systems) and follow the principle already established in Regulations 16 and 129 to ensure child restraint to car compatibility. An additional “Reduced-Size Rearward Facing toddler CRS” fixture (ISO/R2x) was added to facilitate compatibility in small cars/seating positions. The ISO/B2 booster seat fixture was added in the i-Size concept. Lateral facing fixtures (ISO/L1 and ISO/L2) have been upgraded. The proposal also corrects figure 2 in Annex 1B to show the referenced zones A and B, to add the sentence “Non-rigid material of < 50 Shore A hardness may be removed in order to demonstrate that covered or padded rigid parts are not contacted by the head or the chest of the manikin during the test.” and makes editorial improvements.

Proposal to clarify provisions concerning the second-level warning for seat-belt reminders, especially with regard to rear seat positions.

Proposal to clarify that only three-point safety belts are permitted in the driver position.

For the International Whole Vehicle Type Approval, a UN Regulation is split in two regulations, UN Regulation No. 14-08 series of amendments including only adult safety belt anchorages and a new regulation UN Regulation No. [XX] will include all requirements for child restraint anchorages. Accordingly, this proposal would update the references to UN Regulation No. 14 in UN Regulation No. 16 in order to recognize child restraint system anchorages installed on the vehicle and approved under the new regulation.