The is the primary automotive industry reference manual for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), developed to harmonize North American (AIAG) and European (VDA) methodologies . It provides a structured, seven-step approach to identifying and addressing potential failures in product designs and manufacturing processes. Core Purpose of the Handbook
Analyzes product designs to identify potential technical failures before manufacturing begins. FMEA Handbook
The manual serves as a guide for suppliers to develop three main types of FMEA: The is the primary automotive industry reference manual
The handbook replaces the previous five-step process with a more rigorous seven-step framework: FMEAAV-1 | AIAG & VDA FMEA Handbook FMEA Handbook