Article C18.1.8

Safety Responsibility Consistency

Technical Regulations

Article C18.1.8

FIA Source

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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