Violation codes — SCALES
14 violation codes cited at this site
| # | Code | Description | Citations | OOS % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396.5(b) | Oil and/or grease leak | 7 | — |
| 2 | 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | 4 | — |
| 3 | 393.75(c) | Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove | 2 | 50.0% |
| 4 | 393.201(a) | Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken | 2 | 50.0% |
| 5 | 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 50.0% |
| 6 | 395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 100.0% |
| 7 | 393.47(a) | Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition | 1 | 100.0% |
| 8 | 383.51(a) | Driving a CMV while disqualified from holding a CDL | 1 | 100.0% |
| 9 | 393.95(a) | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | 1 | — |
| 10 | 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 100.0% |
| 11 | 395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | — |
| 12 | 392.9(a)(1) | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | 1 | 100.0% |
| 13 | 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | 1 | — |
| 14 | 390.21T(b) | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | 1 | — |
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