Data Disclaimer & DMCA Policy

1. Data Sources

All trucking data presented on TruckCodex is sourced from publicly available United States government databases, including but not limited to:

• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA): Carrier registration, safety records, inspections, violations, crashes, enforcement actions, operating authority, insurance, and SAFER/SMS data.
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): Vehicle recalls, consumer complaints, safety investigations, and manufacturer data.
• U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA): Diesel fuel prices, energy data, and fuel tax rates.
• Transport Canada: Canadian carrier registration and safety data where applicable.

This data is public record, made available by these agencies for public use. We aggregate, organize, and present this data to make it more accessible and useful.

2. No Government Affiliation

TruckCodex is an independent, privately operated website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or in any way officially connected to the FMCSA, NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), EIA, Transport Canada, or any other federal, state, or local government agency. The use of agency names and data on this Site is for informational reference purposes only.

3. Data Accuracy Disclaimer

While we make reasonable efforts to keep data current and accurate, all data on TruckCodex is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. Please be aware of the following limitations:

• Timeliness: Data may not reflect the most recent updates from source agencies. There is an inherent delay between when government agencies update their records and when those updates appear on TruckCodex.
• Completeness: Not all records from source databases may be available. Some records may be incomplete or contain fields that were blank in the original source data.
• Accuracy: Errors in source data are reproduced on this Site. We do not independently verify the accuracy of individual records. If a government agency has an error in their database, that error will appear here.
• Interpretation: Safety scores, statistics, and calculated metrics are derived from source data using our own methodology. They may differ from official agency calculations.

Users should always verify critical information directly with the relevant government agency before making business, legal, or safety decisions based on data found on this Site.

4. Not Legal or Professional Advice

Nothing on TruckCodex constitutes legal, regulatory, safety, insurance, or professional advice. The information provided is for general reference purposes only. You should consult qualified professionals and the relevant government agencies for advice specific to your situation.

5. DMCA Takedown Policy

TruckCodex respects intellectual property rights. If you believe that content on this Site infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice. Please note that the vast majority of data on this Site is public government data and is not subject to copyright.

Filing a DMCA Notice

To file a DMCA takedown notice, send a written communication to our designated agent that includes the following:

1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including the URL or other specific location on the Site where the material appears.
4. Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address.
5. A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
6. A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Send DMCA Notices To

Please include "DMCA Takedown Notice" in the subject line of your email.

6. Counter-Notification

If you believe that material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification. The counter-notification must include:

• Your physical or electronic signature.
• Identification of the material that was removed, and the location where it appeared before removal.
• A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
• Your name, address, telephone number, and a statement consenting to jurisdiction.

7. Data Correction Requests

If you believe that data displayed on TruckCodex about a carrier, vehicle, or other entity is incorrect, please note that we source all data from government agencies. To correct the underlying data, you must contact the relevant agency directly:

• FMCSA data: Contact FMCSA via DataQs (dataqs.fmcsa.dot.gov)
• NHTSA data: Contact NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/contact
• EIA data: Contact EIA at eia.gov/about/contact

Once the source agency updates their records, the correction will be reflected on TruckCodex during our next data refresh cycle. If you need expedited removal of specific content, contact us at [email protected] and we will review your request.

8. Contact Us

For questions about this disclaimer, data accuracy concerns, or DMCA notices, contact us at: [email protected]