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PSE Annual Vehicle Inspection Form (DOT)

by Thabo Nkosi, from the Community

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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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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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