EN 16662-3:2026

• Abstract:

  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).

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2026
• ICS: 83.160.10 - Road vehicle tyres
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 301 - Electrically propelled road vehicles
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 301/WG 7 - Supplementary grip devices
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 01-Jul-2026
• Due Date: 01-Jan-2025
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-2026
• Ref Project: SIST EN 16662-3:2026 - Road vehicles - Supplementary grip devices for tyres of passenger cars and light duty vehicles - Part 3: Production control (self monitoring) and third-party surveillance

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2026
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: EN 16662-3:2026
ICS:
83.160.10 Pnevmatike za cestna vozila Road vehicle tyres
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 16662-3
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
July 2026
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
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 European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 May 2026.

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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 EN 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 . 6
4.6 Surveillance report . 6
Bibliography . 7

European foreword
This document (EN 16662-3:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 301 “Road
vehicles”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by January 2027, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by January 2027.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United
Kingdom.
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 appli
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