CFSP Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection

Question 1

Under FMCSA regulations, how often must a commercial motor vehicle undergo a periodic inspection (annual inspection)?

Accepted Answer

Every 12 months

Answer

49 CFR Part 396 requires that every commercial motor vehicle be inspected at least once every 12 months.

Question 2

Which FMCSA regulation part governs inspection, repair, and maintenance of commercial motor vehicles?

Accepted Answer

49 CFR Part 396

Answer

49 CFR Part 396 specifically covers inspection, repair, and maintenance requirements for commercial motor vehicles.

Question 3

A driver discovers a defect during a pre-trip inspection that renders the vehicle unsafe to operate. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Complete the DVIR, tag the vehicle out of service, and notify maintenance

Answer

When an unsafe defect is found, the driver must document it on the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) and place the vehicle out of service until repairs are made.

Question 4

What is the minimum brake lining thickness that triggers an out-of-service condition for a front steering axle air brake on a commercial vehicle?

Accepted Answer

1/8 inch

Answer

FMCSA out-of-service criteria specify that brake lining thickness less than 1/4 inch on front steering axles triggers an out-of-service condition, but the threshold triggering OOS for most axles is 1/8 inch (4mm).

Question 5

Which document must a motor carrier retain to demonstrate that a periodic inspection was completed on each vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Annual inspection report or equivalent documentation

Answer

Motor carriers must keep a copy of the annual inspection report or equivalent documentation for 14 months to demonstrate compliance with periodic inspection requirements.

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