Direct answers about 180.405(c) citations: OOS risk, repair urgency, state enforcement patterns, and what to do next—backed by 13M+ inspection records.
Ranks #1,433 of 3,146 FMCSR codes by citation frequency • OOS rate of 1.9% is below the FMCSR-wide average of 33.3%.
Direct answers grounded in TruckCodex inspection data
No—this citation almost never results in an out-of-service order. Across our inspection records, only 2 out of 105 all-time citations for 180.405(c) resulted in OOS placement, giving this code a 1.9% OOS rate. That's dramatically lower than the 31.4% average across all FMCSR codes. You'll likely receive a citation and fine, but your truck will stay in operation.
This is one of the least serious hazmat violations. Among peer codes in the hazardous materials category, 180.405(c) sits far below major violations: general loading/unloading hazmat (177.834A-HMC) triggers OOS in 99.2% of cases, and placarding violations (177.817(a)) result in OOS 75.1% of the time. At 1.9% OOS, 180.405(c) is in the same low-consequence tier as placard damage (172.516(c)(6) at 1.6%) and Emergency Response info maintenance (172.602(c)(1) at 0.0%).
First, document the citation details and review the inspector's notes. Our data shows the most common co-occurring violations involve fuel system leaks (396.5B) and brake component issues (393.45DLUV and 393.47A). Check your fuel system and brake tubing immediately—if those inspections flagged defects alongside 180.405(c), address them now. Contact your carrier's compliance team and request a copy of the full inspection report within 24 hours. File any DataQs challenge if you believe the finding is factually incorrect.
Texas dominates 180.405(c) enforcement. Over the last 180 days, our records show 8 citations in Texas with a 0.0% OOS rate. This code ranks #1404 out of 3,036 FMCSR codes by national citation volume, with only 105 all-time citations. The low enforcement frequency suggests this violation is either uncommon or highly specific—check your route and cargo type if operating in Texas hauling hazmat.
No—enforcement appears flat and sporadic. Over the last 12 months, we see only 9 citations total, and the monthly trend shows no consistent pattern: 3 citations in October 2025, 2 in November 2025, 2 in January 2026, and 1 in March 2026. The last 90 days recorded 3 citations. This suggests enforcement is driven by specific inspection encounters rather than a seasonal or increasing compliance crackdown.
Petroleum and fuel transport carriers dominate the citation list. Fisher's Fuel Inc (USDOT 457963) has 4 all-time citations, followed by United Petroleum Transports Inc (USDOT 185040) with 3. Eight other carriers—including Alpha Petroleum Transport, Mountain Valley Petroleum, and Cal Transport—each have 2 citations. If you work for a fuel or oil transport company, this violation is worth flagging in your compliance training.
DataQs challenges are possible if you can prove a factual error. The FMCSA DataQs system allows drivers and carriers to dispute roadside inspection findings within 90 days. Challenge success depends on whether the violation is a documentation error, a misapplied code, or a false finding. If the inspector cited 180.405(c) but your cargo and placarding were compliant, or if the inspection report contains conflicting notes, submit a challenge with supporting evidence—photos, bills of lading, and carrier documentation strengthen your case.
Freightliners dominate citations for this code. Our records show 22 all-time citations on FRHT (Freightliner) trucks, followed by 9 on KW (Kenworth) and 5 each on Volvo, Peterbilt, and International. Freightliner's prevalence reflects the sheer volume of FL tractors in commercial fleets, especially in fuel and hazmat transport. Vehicle make itself is not a risk factor—compliance standards apply equally across makes.
Where 180.405(c) is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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