US bans China/Russia software in connected vehicles by 2027
New US rules ban China and Russia software in connected vehicles from 2027
US bans China/Russia software in connected vehicles by 2027
From 2027, the US bars China/Russia software in connected vehicles; VCS hardware limited by 2030. Telematics and OTA affected; automakers must switch suppliers.
2025-09-04T13:39:57+03:00
2025-09-04T13:39:57+03:00
2025-09-04T13:39:57+03:00
The United States has approved new rules for connected vehicles. Beginning with the 2027 model year, new cars will be prohibited from using software supplied by companies from China or Russia. For equipment that is part of a Vehicle Connectivity System (VCS), the restriction will apply starting in 2030, while for standalone components not tied to a model year, it takes effect in January 2029.The changes primarily cover telematics units, radio modules, and over-the-air update systems. Automakers will have to replace affected suppliers and file a conformity declaration with every import or market launch of a new model. These filings must be updated annually and kept on file for at least ten years. For the industry, the real work lies in supplier transitions and compliance, not in re‑engineering the vehicles.At the same time, there are carve-outs for owners of 2025-model-year vehicles and older: parts can still be supplied for repairs and warranty service. Temporary imports of equipment for tests, shows, or competitions are also permitted.It is noted that the new rules will not affect the fundamental characteristics of the cars. Buyers will still be choosing what to drive based on handling, comfort, and charging reliability rather than the software behind the scenes. In practice, the spotlight remains on the driving experience, not the code.
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Michael Powers
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New US rules ban China and Russia software in connected vehicles from 2027
From 2027, the US bars China/Russia software in connected vehicles; VCS hardware limited by 2030. Telematics and OTA affected; automakers must switch suppliers.
Michael Powers, Editor
The United States has approved new rules for connected vehicles. Beginning with the 2027 model year, new cars will be prohibited from using software supplied by companies from China or Russia. For equipment that is part of a Vehicle Connectivity System (VCS), the restriction will apply starting in 2030, while for standalone components not tied to a model year, it takes effect in January 2029.
The changes primarily cover telematics units, radio modules, and over-the-air update systems. Automakers will have to replace affected suppliers and file a conformity declaration with every import or market launch of a new model. These filings must be updated annually and kept on file for at least ten years. For the industry, the real work lies in supplier transitions and compliance, not in re‑engineering the vehicles.
At the same time, there are carve-outs for owners of 2025-model-year vehicles and older: parts can still be supplied for repairs and warranty service. Temporary imports of equipment for tests, shows, or competitions are also permitted.
It is noted that the new rules will not affect the fundamental characteristics of the cars. Buyers will still be choosing what to drive based on handling, comfort, and charging reliability rather than the software behind the scenes. In practice, the spotlight remains on the driving experience, not the code.
