Functional safety certification readiness in automotive

Prepare for ISO 26262 certification with DNV’s readiness service, identifying gaps and building a path toward successful functional safety assessment.

Functional safety certification readiness in automotive

Challenges in automotive safety 

The road to ISO 26262 certification can be complex, especially for organizations developing or scaling safety-critical systems. Without early evaluation, certification efforts can face delays, increased cost, or rejection.

A structured readiness assessment ensures your processes, documentation, and personnel are prepared for an independent functional safety audit. 

How our functional safety services support you  

DNV’s certification readiness service provides a systematic evaluation of your functional safety management system, processes, and supporting documentation.

This includes alignment checks with ISO 26262 clauses, ASIL-specific requirements, and necessary confirmation measures. You receive a clear picture of certification readiness, a prioritized gap list, and tailored recommendations to close them. 

What sets our automotive approach apart

ASIL-aware review

Detailed, ASIL-aware review of your compliance position

Objective pre-audit feedback

Independent, objective feedback ahead of formal audits

Faster, leaner certification

Reduces time and cost of certification processes

Aligned with ISO 26262

Qualified assessors

Delivered by qualified assessors with deep automotive experience.

Trusted experts in automotive 

DNV is a globally trusted certification and assurance body with a long history in functional safety.

Our expert team guides companies through complex safety certification projects, offering insight into what auditors look for and how to address common pitfalls. We are committed to helping you succeed – efficiently, confidently, and in full alignment with standards. 

Benefits of our functional safety services 

  • Avoid surprises during ISO 26262 audits. 
  • Streamline your path to certification. 
  • Improve internal ownership of functional safety requirements. 
  • Demonstrate due diligence to OEMs, authorities, and customers. 
  • Build confidence across stakeholders and development teams. 

Explore resources and insights in automotive functional safety

Stay informed with expert insights, standards, and guidance to strengthen your functional safety strategy.

Complaints and appeals

Complaints and appeals

Review DNV’s transparent process for managing certification feedback in line with global accreditation standards.

Partner with DNV to achieve ISO 26262 compliance

Ensure your systems, processes, and documentation are ready for functional safety certification. DNV’s independent readiness review helps you strengthen ASIL compliance, close gaps early, and reduce the time and cost of your ISO 26262 assessment.

Contact us

Misako Imai

Misako Imai

Deputy General Manager and Technical Expert, Functional Safety

Young Kuk Oh

Young Kuk Oh

Team leader, Automotive & Robot FS