Korea Launches Pilot Program for EV Battery Safety Certification
19. December 2024The Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has announced a pilot project to enhance safety oversight for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, addressing concerns over recurring EV fires. Starting this month, five major companies, including Hyundai Motor, Kia, and LG Energy Solution, will participate in the initiative. Full implementation of the KC Safety certification rule for equipment related to EV battery production is scheduled for February 2025. Equipment used in EV battery production generally requires KC Safety certification to be approved for import and sale in Korea.
Under the pilot scheme, automakers and battery firms must report their EV batteries and battery management systems to the ministry for certification. These systems will undergo rigorous safety tests assessing 12 criteria, such as overheating, overcharging, and thermal shock. Companies failing to meet safety standards must address deficiencies before certification. This initiative is part of a broader overhaul of the self-certification system, in place for over two decades. The government aims to collaborate with safety authorities and industry stakeholders to ensure public confidence in EV safety.
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