ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021
(Amendment)Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems - Part 1: Safety requirements - Amendment 1
Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems - Part 1: Safety requirements - Amendment 1
Véhicules routiers — Systèmes d'alimentation en gaz naturel comprimé (GNC) — Partie 1: Exigences de sécurité — Amendement 1
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 03-Jan-2021
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 22/SC 41 - Specific aspects for gaseous fuels
- Current Stage
- 9599 - Withdrawal of International Standard
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-2025
- Completion Date
- 13-Dec-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 24-Dec-2022
- Effective Date
- 25-Apr-2020
- Effective Date
- 18-Feb-2023
Overview
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 is an important amendment to the international standard governing safety requirements for compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems in road vehicles. Developed by ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 22, Subcommittee SC 41, this amendment builds on the third edition of the 2016 standard by enhancing safety protocols, especially concerning electronic control units (ECUs) and electrical system protections. It provides critical updates to ensure robust safety measures are integrated into the design, installation, and operation of CNG fuel systems in vehicles.
This standard is essential for manufacturers, testing bodies, and regulatory agencies aiming to comply with up-to-date safety benchmarks for CNG-powered road vehicles.
Key Topics
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Requirements
The amendment introduces explicit definitions and safety requirements for ECUs managing CNG fuel systems:- ECU must control fuel demand and automatically shut off valves in emergencies such as fuel line breaks, engine stalls, or crashes.
- Switch-off delay after engine stalling must not exceed 2 seconds.
- ECUs may include automatic ignition advance timing adjusters and dummy injectors to ensure compatibility with other engine control systems.
- Designed to operate reliably under extreme temperatures between -40 °C and 120 °C depending on application.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
The amendment incorporates references to several ISO standards related to vehicle EMC, including ISO 11451 series and ISO 7637 series, ensuring:- Emission levels of transient conducted disturbances on 12/24 V systems remain within specified limits.
- Immunity testing against electrical transient disturbances following rigorous test pulses to prevent malfunctions under electromagnetic interference.
Electrical Connections Protection
- Electrical connections located within the vehicle boot and passenger area must comply with IP40 protection grade for dust and mechanical intrusion.
- All other electrical connections are required to have at least IP54 protection for dust ingress and water splashing, according to ISO 20653.
Normative References Update
The amendment adds vital normative references expanding the scope of testing and requirements for protection against electrical disturbances and environmental factors.
Applications
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 applies directly to manufacturers and designers of CNG fuel systems in road vehicles, ensuring safety systems perform reliably under operational and fault conditions. Its provisions help:
- Ensure safe engine operation and automatic fuel shut-off to mitigate risks during accidents or system failures.
- Maintain operational integrity of ECUs under harsh electromagnetic and temperature environments.
- Enhance vehicle safety by establishing stringent protection criteria for electrical installations involving CNG fuel components.
- Support certification processes for CNG fuel system compliance with internationally harmonized safety criteria.
This standard benefits industries and sectors involved in alternative fuels, vehicle manufacturing, automotive safety testing, and compliance auditing.
Related Standards
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 references and aligns with several critical ISO standards to ensure comprehensive safety and compatibility for CNG vehicle systems, including:
- ISO 20653:2013 – Protection of electrical equipment against foreign objects and water ingress (IP code)
- ISO 11451 series – Vehicle test methods for electrical disturbances from narrowband radiated electromagnetic energy
- ISO 11452 series – Component test methods for electromagnetic disturbances
- ISO 7637 series – Electrical disturbances from conduction and coupling on vehicle supply lines
These related standards collectively address electrical robustness, environmental resistance, and overall system safety, providing a solid framework for the deployment of CNG fuel systems in road vehicles.
Keywords: ISO 15501-1 amendment, CNG fuel systems, road vehicle safety, electronic control unit, ECU safety requirements, electromagnetic compatibility, EMC standards, electrical connection protection, CNG vehicle standards, automotive safety compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems - Part 1: Safety requirements - Amendment 1". This standard covers: Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems - Part 1: Safety requirements - Amendment 1
Road vehicles - Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems - Part 1: Safety requirements - Amendment 1
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.060.40 - Fuel systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd 1:2021 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 1833-4:2023, ISO 15501-1:2016, ISO 15501-1:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 15501-1
Third edition
2016-11-15
AMENDMENT 1
2021-01
Road vehicles — Compressed natural
gas (CNG) fuel systems —
Part 1:
Safety requirements
AMENDMENT 1
Véhicules routiers — Systèmes d'alimentation en gaz naturel
comprimé (GNC) —
Partie 1: Exigences de sécurité
AMENDEMENT 1
Reference number
ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd.1:2021(E)
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ISO 15501-1:2016/Amd.1:2021(E)
Road vehicles — Compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel
systems —
Part 1:
Safety requirements
AMENDMENT 1
Normative references
Add the following references:
ISO 20653:2013, Road vehicles — Degrees of protection (IP code) — Protection of electrical equipment
against foreign objects, water and access
ISO 11451-1, Road vehicles — Vehicle test methods for electrical disturbances from narrowband radiated
electromagnetic energy — Part 1: General principles and terminology
ISO 11451-2, Road vehicles — Vehicle test methods for electrical disturbances from narrowband radiated
electromagnetic energy — Part 2: Off-vehicle radiation sources
ISO 11451-4, Road vehicles — Vehicle test methods for electrical disturbances from narrowband radiated
electromagnetic en
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