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ECE R-162
Immobilisers
Applies to
M, N
Topic
Cyber & software
Framework
UN ECE
Velocert services
European
Overview
UN Regulation No 162 lays down uniform technical prescriptions for the approval of immobilizers and of vehicles with regard to their immobilizer. Its annexes cover the operation parameters and test conditions of an immobilizer, and electromagnetic compatibility.
Current series: the original version, Supplement 6 (in force 26 September 2025); this summary is based on the version published on EUR-Lex, the original version (2021). GlobalAutoRegs also lists Supplement 7 with no entry-into-force date. Checked on GlobalAutoRegs, 1 November 2026. For the current text, see the UN (UNECE) page.
Scope
It applies, where fitted, to immobilizers primarily dedicated to vehicles of category M1 and of category N1 with a maximum mass of not more than 2 tonnes, and to those vehicles. At the manufacturer's request, approvals may be granted for other categories. It does not apply to radio transmission frequencies.
The regulation applies to the following vehicle categories:
M
Passenger vehicles
N
Goods vehicles
Official source
For the requirements of this regulation, refer to the official text in force and its amendments.
Official UNECE text