NHTSAProposed Rule
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards: No. 206; Door Locks and Door Retention Components
TransportationHealthcare
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Summary
The federal government is proposing new safety rules for car door locks and hinges to make sure doors stay closed and locked during accidents. This regulation aims to prevent injuries and deaths by ensuring that doors don't accidentally open or come off their hinges in crashes.
Key Points
- 1The regulation sets minimum safety standards for how well car door locks must work and how strong door hinges need to be
- 2These rules apply to all new cars and light trucks sold in the United States
- 3Car manufacturers will need to test their doors to make sure they meet the new safety requirements before selling vehicles
- 4The public has until July 31, 2025 to submit comments about the proposed rule
- 5If approved, these standards will help prevent passengers from being thrown from vehicles or suffering injuries when doors fail during collisions
Key Dates
Published
May 30, 2025
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