NXP Functional Safety Solutions

Functional safety ensures that systems respond safely when faults occur. It combines robust development processes, called systematic capability and fault detection mechanisms to achieve safe states, called hardware safety integrity.

In automotive, engineers define safety goals based on ISO 26262 to prevent hazards at the vehicle level. In industrial applications, teams implement safety functions under IEC 61508 to reduce risk across broader system architectures. NXP supports both domains with certified components, software and documentation tailored to each standard. ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 are global standards, but their enforcement differs by region. Europe, Japan, North America and China may apply additional local standards. NXP supports global compliance with TÜV-certified processes and documentation aligned to regional expectations.

Engineers face architectural complexity, safe state definition, diagnostic coverage, tool qualification and traceability. NXP helps solve these with scalable, standards-aligned solutions.

NXP offers a complete FuSa solution. Beyond device-level compliance, it includes software safety components and frameworks that simplify meeting safety requirements. Our professional services also support customers with safety-specific application software and concept guidance.

No. Automotive systems follow ISO 26262. Industrial systems follow IEC 61508. Each standard defines safety levels, development processes and fault handling differently.

ASIL applies to automotive systems. SIL applies to industrial systems. Both measure risk reduction, but they use different methods and apply to different contexts.

Not without review. ASIL-compliant components may not meet SIL requirements due to different fault models, operating conditions and certification criteria.

No. ISO 26262 defines detailed software development steps for automotive. IEC 61508 offers flexibility based on safety integrity level (SIL) and industrial use cases.

NXP provides quality managed, compliant and certified hardware, precertified software and safety documentation. Our SafeAssure® program helps reduce analysis effort and accelerate certification.

Functional safety protects against faults; cybersecurity defends against attacks. NXP supports both with secure boot, diagnostics and standards-aligned architectures.

IEC 60730 applies to automatic electrical controls in household appliances such as washing machines, dryers, ovens, dishwashers, HVAC systems and robotic appliances. These controls must meet safety requirements to prevent hazards caused by faults in embedded hardware or software.