EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853)
The revised EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853, replacing Directive 85/374/EEC) modernizes strict liability rules for defective products. Key updates include explicit coverage of software (including AI), digital manufacturing files, and online platforms. Introduces disclosure of evidence obligations, eases burden of proof in complex cases (especially AI), and covers damage to data. Effective 2026.
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Framework Domains (6)
Chapter I — General Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 1 | Open Finance Implementation |
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| Art. 5 | Legal Recognition of Data Messages |
| Art.1 | Purpose |
| Art.2 | Definitions |
| Art.3 | Cybersecurity Policy |
| Art.4 | Credit Information Business Licensing |
| Art.8 | Prohibited Acts |
| HUN-1 | Purpose and Scope |
| HUN-2 | Definitions |
| HUN-3 | Fundamental Rules |
| URY-1 | Fundamental Right (Article 1) |
| URY-2 | Scope and Definitions (Article 2–4) |
Chapter II — Liability
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 5 | Legal Recognition of Data Messages |
| Art. 6 | Writing |
| Art. 7 | Minimum Standards |
| Art. 8 | Data Categories |
| Art. 9 | Free Data Sharing |
Chapter III — Proof
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 10 | Consent Requirements |
| Art. 11 | Consent Revocation |
| Art. 12 | Data Ownership |
Chapter IV — Limitation and Prescription
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 13 | Data Security and Privacy |
| Art. 14 | Direct Data Flows |
| Art. 15 | Cybersecurity Requirements |
Chapter V — Software and Digital Products
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 16 | Data Quality |
| Art. 17 | Governance Structure |
| Art. 18 | Central Bank Supervision |
Chapter VI — Final Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 19 | Consent Management Controls |
| Art. 20 | Executive Accountability |
| Art. 21 | Administrative Sanctions |
| Art. 22 | Suspension and Revocation |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853)?
EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853) is a compliance framework from European Union with 6 domains and 33 controls. The revised EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853, replacing Directive 85/374/EEC) modernizes strict liability rules for defective products. Key updates include explicit coverage of software (including AI), digital manufacturing files, and online platforms. Introduces disclosure of evidence obligations, eases burden of proof in complex cases (especially AI), and covers damage to data. Effective 2026. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853) have?
EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853) has 33 controls organised across 6 domains. The largest domains are Chapter I — General Provisions (15 controls), Chapter II — Liability (5 controls), Chapter VI — Final Provisions (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853) map to?
EU Product Liability Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2853) maps to 587 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are BS 65000:2014 — Guidance on Organizational Resilience (53% coverage), Australia Consumer Data Right — Banking (CDR) (50% coverage), ILO Nursing Personnel Convention C149 (1977) (50% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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