Drivers in Spain are being urged to check their cars this week the traffic authority quietly pulled the certification from several popular emergency beacons.
The DGT has updated its official list of approved V16 warning lights, removing five more models, bringing the total number of devices stripped of certification in recent months to nine.
The move affects thousands of motorists, particularly those who may have picked up one of the now-delisted devices thinking they were compliant with the law.
The models affected
The latest update removes the following V16 beacons from the approved list: ISSE Safety Light, ISSE Safety Light 2, Dunlop V16, Swiss Drive V16 and V16eurolight.
All of them had previously been certified – most via testing by Applus+ IDIADA – but have now lost their approval, meaning they can no longer be legally sold in Spain.
The main reason cited is that the models are no longer being manufactured, although the DGT does not always publish detailed explanations for each withdrawal.
Already own one? Here’s what it means
There is no need to panic.
If you already have one of these devices in your car, you can continue to use it without any issue. The DGT has confirmed that previously purchased units remain valid for use until the end of their lifespan.
The key distinction is simple: sales are banned but usage is still allowed.
So while shops can no longer stock or sell these models, drivers who already own them will not face fines or penalties.
Connectivity concerns addressed
One of the biggest concerns among drivers has been whether older devices – especially from manufacturers that may no longer operate – will continue to work with the DGT 3.0 platform.
According to traffic authorities, the answer is yes.
The DGT guarantees connectivity for up to 12 years, even if the original manufacturer disappears, ensuring that the device will continue to transmit your vehicle’s location in the event of a breakdown or accident.
V16 beacons now mandatory
Since January 1, 2026, V16 warning lights have become mandatory in Spain, replacing traditional roadside warning triangles.
To be legally sold, devices must meet strict criteria, including a 360-degree yellow light visible for at least 30 minutes, a battery life of at least 18 months and be connected to the DGT 3.0 system to transmit real-time location data.
Only models currently listed as approved meet all of these requirements.
