New Safety Standards Begin As Of Today
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
Several new and upcoming federal safety standards related to vehicles have recently been implemented or are in the process of being phased in, as established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
- Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): A new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS No. 127) for AEB, including pedestrian AEB, is in effect, though a phase-in period for manufacturers means it will be standard on all passenger cars and light trucks by September 2029. The effective date of the final rule was July 8, 2024.
- Car Seat Side-Impact Protection: Car seats manufactured for children under 40 pounds must pass new side-impact crash testing requirements.
- The original compliance date was June 30, 2025, but the NHTSA has extended the full compliance deadline to December 5, 2026, to ensure continued availability of products while smaller manufacturers adapt. Many large manufacturers have already met the requirements.
- Rear Seat Belt Warning Systems: The effective date for the final rule requiring rear seat belt warning systems in new vehicles was March 4, 2025, with compliance for manufacturers phased in by September 1, 2027.
Clothing Storage Furniture (STURDY Act)
As of August 31, 2023, the STURDY Act mandated a new, strong safety standard (ASTM F2057-23) for all clothing storage furniture sold in the U.S. to prevent furniture tip-overs. All new products must pass rigorous stability tests and come with an anchoring kit.
For more information on these or other regulations, consult official government sources such as the NHTSA, OSHA, and AnchorIt.gov websites.
