EN 16662-3:2026
(Main)Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 3: Production control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance
Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 3: Production control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance
This document specifies the control of the production (either self monitoring or by a third-party), which is a common part for every manufacturer of every kind of supplementary grip device (SGD).
Straßenfahrzeuge - Zusätzliche Gleitschutzvorrichtungen für Reifen an Personenfahrzeugen und leichten Nutzfahrzeugen - Teil 3: (Selbst überwachte) Produktionskontrolle und Überwachung von Drittanbieterseite
Véhicules routiers - Dispositifs supplémentaires d'adhérence pour pneumatiques de véhicules particuliers et de véhicules utilitaires légers - Partie 3 : Contrôle de la production (autosurveillance) et surveillance par un tiers
Cestna vozila - Dodatne naprave za oprijem pnevmatik na osebnih in lahkih tovornih vozilih - 3. del: Nadzor proizvodnje (samokontrola) in nadzor tretjih oseb
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Jun-2026
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 301 - Electrically propelled road vehicles
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 301/WG 7 - Supplementary grip devices
- Current Stage
- 6055 - CEN Ratification completed (DOR) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 24-May-2026
- Due Date
- 04-Dec-2024
- Completion Date
- 24-May-2026
Overview
EN 16662-3:2026, developed by CEN, specifies requirements for the production control and surveillance of supplementary grip devices (SGDs) for tyres on passenger cars and light duty vehicles. This standard addresses both self-monitoring by manufacturers and oversight through third-party surveillance. These supplementary grip devices, such as snow chains or traction aids, are designed to enhance safety and performance under challenging road conditions.
Compliance with EN 16662-3:2026 ensures that every manufacturer adopts robust quality management systems, maintains consistent product quality, and meets defined safety and performance criteria. The document serves as an essential framework for auditing, monitoring, and certifying SGD production within the European market.
Key Topics
Audit and Quality System Requirements
- Firms producing SGDs must establish an initial testing procedure and conduct continuous internal production control.
- Regular third-party surveillance is required to independently verify quality and regulatory compliance.
Production Control Processes
- Production control involves continuous examination of both the products and manufacturing process.
- Manufacturers must document all relevant quality assurance activities, including dimensional and technical specifications.
Third-Party Surveillance
- An accredited inspection body must perform independent oversight at least every two years.
- The process includes reviewing production documentation, testing product samples, and verifying factory production controls.
Reporting and Compliance
- Results of both self-monitoring and third-party audits must be properly documented and reported.
- Any deviations or non-conformity must be corrected promptly; unresolved issues lead to withdrawal of conformity marking and notification of authorities.
Documentation and Traceability
- Comprehensive reporting, including surveillance reports, is required to ensure traceability and accountability.
- Proper documentation aids in tracking product modifications and assessing ongoing compliance.
Applications
EN 16662-3:2026 is essential for:
- Manufacturers of supplementary grip devices seeking to enter or maintain access to the European market. Implementation of compliant quality management systems reduces product recalls and maintains consumer trust.
- Inspection and certification bodies that provide third-party audits, supporting market surveillance and product safety requirements.
- Regulatory authorities overseeing road safety and consumer protection can utilize standard-compliant documentation to enforce regulations effectively.
- Suppliers and retailers demanding verified, high-quality SGDs, benefitting supply chains through assured product performance and legal compliance.
Adhering to EN 16662-3:2026 not only enhances product safety and reliability but also streamlines market entry across the EU by harmonizing production and conformity assessment processes.
Related Standards
For complete compliance and enhanced product performance, consider these associated standards:
- EN 16662-1 - Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 1: General safety and performance requirements
- EN 16662-2 - Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 2: Specific test procedures
These documents provide necessary frameworks for testing, performance, and technical definitions, forming a comprehensive suite of standards for supplementary grip device manufacturing and certification.
Applying the guidance from EN 16662-3:2026 ensures that supplementary grip devices are produced and monitored to the highest standard, supporting safer road travel and meeting stringent regulatory requirements across Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 16662-3:2026 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 3: Production control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance". This standard covers: This document specifies the control of the production (either self monitoring or by a third-party), which is a common part for every manufacturer of every kind of supplementary grip device (SGD).
This document specifies the control of the production (either self monitoring or by a third-party), which is a common part for every manufacturer of every kind of supplementary grip device (SGD).
EN 16662-3:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 83.160.10 - Road vehicle tyres. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 16662-3:2026 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023
01-november-2023
Cestna vozila - Dodatne naprave za oprijem pnevmatik na osebnih in lahkih
tovornih vozilih - 3. del: Nadzor proizvodnje (samokontrola) in nadzor tretjih oseb
Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty
vehicles - Part 3: Production control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance
Straßenfahrzeuge - Zusätzliche Gleitschutzvorrichtungen für Reifen an
Personenfahrzeugen und leichten Nutzfahrzeugen - Teil 3: (selbst überwachte)
Produktionskontrolle und Überwachung von Drittanbieterseite
Véhicules routiers - Dispositifs supplémentaires d'adhérence pour pneumatiques de
véhicules particuliers et de véhicules utilitaires légers - Partie 3 : Contrôle de la
production (autosurveillance) et surveillance par un tiers
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 16662-3
ICS:
83.160.10 Pnevmatike za cestna vozila Road vehicle tyres
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
prEN 16662-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
August 2023
ICS 83.160.10
English Version
Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of
passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 3: Production
control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance
Véhicules routiers - Dispositifs supplémentaires Straßenfahrzeuge - Zusätzliche
d'adhérence pour pneumatiques de véhicules Gleitschutzvorrichtungen für Reifen an
particuliers et de véhicules utilitaires légers - Partie 3 : Personenfahrzeugen und leichten Nutzfahrzeugen -
Contrôle de la production (autosurveillance) et Teil 3: (selbst überwachte) Produktionskontrolle und
surveillance par un tiers Überwachung von Drittanbieterseite
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 301.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations
which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
This draft European Standard was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
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Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
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prEN 16662-3:2023 (E)
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 General audit and quality system requirements . 4
4.1 General. 4
4.2 Description of the procedure. 4
4.3 Initial test results according to EN 16662-1 and prEN 16662-2 . 5
4.3.1 General. 5
4.3.2 Information provided by the applicant . 5
4.3.3 Information provided by the testing body . 5
4.4 Production control . 5
4.5 Third-party surveillance . 5
4.6 Surveillance report . 6
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023
prEN 16662-3:2023 (E)
European foreword
This document (prEN 16662-3:2023) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 301 “Road
vehicles”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN enquiry.
oSIST prEN 16662-3:2023
prEN 16662-3:2023 (E)
1 Scope
This document specifies a general audit and quality system requirements for the production, which is a
common part for every manufacturer of every kind of supplementary grip device (SGD).
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 16662-1, Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles
- Part 1: General safety and performance requirements
prEN 16662-2, Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles
- Part 2: Specific test procedures
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 16662-1 apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.el
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