Article C18.1.8
Safety Responsibility Consistency
Technical Regulations
Article C18.1.8
Safety Responsibility Consistency
Chapter: C18
In Simple Terms
Power unit manufacturers who are responsible for engine problems, compatibility issues, or reliability failures cannot publicly make statements that contradict or deny their responsibility. If a PU manufacturer caused an issue, they must be consistent in acknowledging that responsibility rather than shifting blame elsewhere.
- PU manufacturers must take responsibility for safety, compatibility, and reliability issues they caused
- Manufacturers cannot make public claims that contradict their actual responsibility for problems
- Ensures accountability and honest communication from engine suppliers
- Prevents manufacturers from denying responsibility while being investigated or penalized
Official FIA Text
PU Manufacturers responsible for safety/incompatibility/reliability issues shall not make claims inconsistent with that responsibility.
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