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UN R14 — Safety-belt anchorages
Review belt anchorages alongside the vehicle’s seating directions.
Explore the scopeWhat does it cover?
UN R14 covers anchorages for safety belts intended for adult occupants in M- and N-category vehicles. Its scope includes forward-, rearward- and side-facing seats. Vehicle approval concerns a vehicle type fitted with anchorages suitable for specified belt types; the belt itself and its anchorage are distinct approval subjects.
Who is it for?
Seat and body designers, belt-anchorage specialists and strength-testing teams.
Which subjects are addressed?
- Adult safety-belt anchorages
- Seating directions
- M/N vehicle scope
- Vehicle type approval
Common question
Does R14 approve the safety belt itself?
No. It concerns the belt anchorages in the vehicle. The belt’s own approval requirements must be considered under the separate regulation.
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