China releases car software quality standard
This matters because it sets a new national standard for automotive software quality, which will impact the entire supply chain and safety of vehicles.
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National Standard for Automotive Software Quality and Defect Management
汽车软件质量与缺陷管理规范
市场监管总局（国家标准委）·Published 2026-09-14·Checked by 管理员 on 2026-09-14
The General Administration of Market Regulation (Standardization Administration) approved the release of the national standard 'National Standard for Automotive Software Quality and Defect Management' (GB/T 48140—2026), requiring automotive manufacturers, software providers, and related organizations in the supply chain to establish a software quality and safety management system and implement 10 key quality assurance activities such as software security management, historical issue avoidance, and status report monitoring, thereby shifting quality control from 'post-event handling' to 'defect prevention'.
What it means for you
• Obligations: Automotive companies must establish a comprehensive software quality and safety management system and implement 10 key quality assurance activities within the specified timeframe.
• Opportunities: The standard provides a unified framework for managing automotive software quality and defects, helping companies improve their software development processes and product safety.
• Deadlines: The standard will be fully implemented from December 1, 2026.
What to do
ComplianceImmediately assess the existing software quality management system, identify and fill gaps to ensure compliance with the new national standard.
ProductBased on the standard requirements, optimize and standardize the software development lifecycle processes (requirements analysis, design, testing, release, etc.).
EngineeringStrengthen software risk assessment and defect management processes to ensure timely identification, analysis, and resolution of software defects, especially through remote OTA updates for recalls.
Key dates
2026-09-14Published
2026-12-01In force
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