NHTSA is proposing to modernize many of its current crashworthiness (200 Series) safety standards (FMVSSs) to remove unnecessary barriers to ADS-equipped vehicles and the unconventional interior designs that are expected to accompany these vehicles, including the lack of driving controls. The notice and the modifications also take into account some dual-mode ADS-equipped vehicles.
The NPRM proposes to modernize portions of the FMVSSs listed below, by making definitional or textual changes. NHTSA has tentatively determined that changes are not required for the remainder of the 200 Series FMVSS to achieve the goal of this NPRM, but NHTSA seeks comment as to whether additional changes are necessary or appropriate and all other aspects of the proposal.
– FMVSS No. 201; Occupant protection in interior impact.
– FMVSS No. 203; Impact protection for the driver from the steering control system.
– FMVSS No. 204; Steering control rearward displacement.
– FMVSS No. 205, Glazing materials.
– FMVSS No. 206; Door locks and door retention components.
– FMVSS No. 207; Seating systems.
– FMVSS No. 208; Occupant crash protection.
– FMVSS No. 214; Side impact protection.
– FMVSS No. 216a; Roof crush resistance; Upgraded standard.
– FMVSS No. 225; Child restraint anchorage systems.
– FMVSS No. 226; Ejection Mitigation.
COMMENT DEADLINE: 60 days from date of publication in the Federal Register.
DOCKET REF: NHTSA-2020-0014.
For a copy of the notice, click here.