Meta Title: EU 2017/79 eCall Certification – Required Documents & Validity Meta Description: Complete guide to EU 2017/79 eCall certification, including mandatory documents, validity rules, 2025 amendment updates, and compliance deadlines.

EU 2017/79 is the core regulation governing eCall emergency call systems in the European Union. Proper documentation and certificate validity management directly affect your market access and continuous compliance.

With the entry into force of (EU) 2025/1871, many old compliance practices are no longer valid. This guide explains the latest documentation requirements and validity rules for eCall certification.

Required Documents for EU 2017/79 Certification

Company & Product Basic Documents

·Business license and EU Authorized Representative (EU REP) documents

·Product specifications, technical descriptions, and system architecture

·Bill of Materials (BOM) for communication modules, GNSS, and backup battery

Technical Design & Compliance Documents

·Hardware schematics, software flowcharts, and CAN bus integration documents

·Backup power design and endurance test plans

·Risk assessment report aligned with EN 17184:2024

·OTA update security mechanism documentation

Test Reports (Issued by EU Notified Bodies)

·EMC test report

·Environmental reliability test (-40°C to 85°C)

·Communication and positioning test report

·Backup battery performance test

·System self-diagnostic test report

Production & Quality Control Documents

·Production Conformance Control Plan

·ISO/TS 16949 or IATF 16949 certificate

·Equipment calibration and supplier quality records

EU 2017/79 Certificate Validity

Key Expiry Dates from 2025 Amendment

·January 1, 2027: All 2G/3G CS eCall certificates expire.

·January 1, 2028: Certificates based on old CEN/TS standards expire.

  Validity Affected by Product Changes

Any change to communication modules, software, or backup power may invalidate the certificate. Re-evaluation or re-certification is required.

  Standard Validity & Renewal

·Normal validity: 3 years

·Annual production conformance report required

·Renewal requires updated test reports and compliance documents

  Practical Tips for Compliance

·Prepare documents based on EN 17184:2024 and EN 17240:2024

·Start renewal 6–12 months before expiration

·Maintain full change control for eCall-related modifications

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