The SAFE Exit Act requires new vehicles equipped with electronic door locks to include a manual, power-independent door release mechanism that works even if the vehicle's electrical system fails. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to update federal safety standards within two years to establish specific performance and labeling requirements for these manual releases, which must be easy to find, intuitive to use, and readily accessible to occupants. The updated rule must also include standards for emergency responders to access vehicle interiors when electrical power is lost. Vehicle manufacturers will have two years after the rule is issued to comply with the new requirements. The bill affects all new cars sold in the United States with electronic locking systems and addresses safety concerns about being trapped in vehicles during electrical failures or emergencies.
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