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Certification: Inspection audit report in accordance with 49 CFR part 396

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PSE Annual Vehicle Inspection Form (DOT)
Use this DOT-compliant annual vehicle inspection form to audit commercial motor vehicles in line with 49 CFR Part 396. The checklist covers brakes, coupling, exhaust, fuel, lighting, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels, windshield, wipers, and other safety items. Capture odometer and vehicle IDs, record defects, add photos, and certify repairs to keep fleets roadworthy and compliant. Ideal for motor carriers, fleet managers, and inspectors.
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DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection Checklist
This DOT annual vehicle inspection template helps fleets and motor carriers comply with 49 CFR Part 396. It guides inspectors through critical vehicle components including brakes, coupling devices, exhaust and fuel systems, lighting and reflectors, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels and rims, windshield glazing, and wipers. The checklist supports documentation with photos, signatures, and certification that the vehicle meets requirements for safe operation.
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Annual DOT Vehicle Inspection Form
Use this annual DOT vehicle inspection form to document inspections required by FMCSA 49 CFR Part 396. The template guides inspectors through key components including brakes, coupling devices, exhaust and fuel systems, lighting, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels and rims, windshield glazing, and wipers. Capture vehicle identification, odometer readings, photos, and inspection dates; note defects, verify completed repairs, and collect mechanic certification and signatures. Suitable for tractors, trailers, trucks, buses, and other fleet vehicles, this checklist helps fleets maintain compliance and road safety.
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PM Inspection Checklist Blank Copy for Outside Shops
Use this preventive maintenance inspection template to service tractors, trailers, and fleet vehicles in outside shops. The checklist covers drive-in checks, lights, tires and wheels, engine compartment, undercarriage, brakes, steering and suspension, fifth wheel, electrical systems, lubrication, diagnostics, and recalls. It includes sections for trailer and reefer units, APU service, transmission fluid changes, and DOT 49 CFR 396 certification. Record odometer and hours, note defects, attach photos, log corrective actions, and capture inspector signatures to ensure consistent, compliant PMs.
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PSE Annual Vehicle Inspection Form (DOT)

Use this DOT-compliant annual vehicle inspection form to audit commercial motor vehicles in line with 49 CFR Part 396. The checklist covers brakes, coupling, exhaust, fuel, lighting, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels, windshield, wipers, and other safety items. Capture odometer and vehicle IDs, record defects, add photos, and certify repairs to keep fleets roadworthy and compliant. Ideal for motor carriers, fleet managers, and inspectors.

by Thabo Nkosi, from the Community

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DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection Checklist

This DOT annual vehicle inspection template helps fleets and motor carriers comply with 49 CFR Part 396. It guides inspectors through critical vehicle components including brakes, coupling devices, exhaust and fuel systems, lighting and reflectors, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels and rims, windshield glazing, and wipers. The checklist supports documentation with photos, signatures, and certification that the vehicle meets requirements for safe operation.

by Jason Phillips, from the Community

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Annual DOT Vehicle Inspection Form

Use this annual DOT vehicle inspection form to document inspections required by FMCSA 49 CFR Part 396. The template guides inspectors through key components including brakes, coupling devices, exhaust and fuel systems, lighting, safe loading, steering, suspension, frame, tires, wheels and rims, windshield glazing, and wipers. Capture vehicle identification, odometer readings, photos, and inspection dates; note defects, verify completed repairs, and collect mechanic certification and signatures. Suitable for tractors, trailers, trucks, buses, and other fleet vehicles, this checklist helps fleets maintain compliance and road safety.

by Raymond Harris, from the Community

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PM Inspection Checklist Blank Copy for Outside Shops

Use this preventive maintenance inspection template to service tractors, trailers, and fleet vehicles in outside shops. The checklist covers drive-in checks, lights, tires and wheels, engine compartment, undercarriage, brakes, steering and suspension, fifth wheel, electrical systems, lubrication, diagnostics, and recalls. It includes sections for trailer and reefer units, APU service, transmission fluid changes, and DOT 49 CFR 396 certification. Record odometer and hours, note defects, attach photos, log corrective actions, and capture inspector signatures to ensure consistent, compliant PMs.

by Dan Holz, from the Community

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PSE Annual Vehicle Inspection Form (DOT)

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