Starting October 1, all cars in Pakistan whether locally manufactured or imported, will be required to meet 57 safety standards, as part of conditions agreed under the IMF program.
According to officials, the government has made the Motor Vehicle Industry Development Bill 2025 mandatory from October. Under this law, both local and imported vehicles must follow these 57 safety measures, with strict penalties for violations.
The bill also changes the country’s import policy. From September 30, the import of accidental type-D vehicles will be banned. At the same time, unverified new vehicles without proper licensing will not be allowed for sale in the local market.
Local car manufacturers will need a license from the headquarters to ensure vehicle quality. Importers will also face stricter rules — cars without chassis or engine numbers will not be cleared for import.
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The bill emphasizes that safety features will be a top priority. Car companies that fail to carry out recalls will face strict punishment. In such cases, penalties could include up to two years in jail and a fine of Rs. 1 million. If companies ignore recall notices, the punishment may rise to three years in prison and fines up to Rs. 5 million.
