FMCSR 376.11D1 Citation: What Drivers Need to Know

No. Across our 13 million inspection records, 376.11D1 has placed zero trucks out of service in 1,258 all-time citations—a 0.0% OOS rate. This contrasts sharply with the national FMCSR average of 31.4%, making 376.11D1 one of the least severe violation codes. You can legally continue operating after citation, though you must still correct the underlying compliance issue.

376.11D1 is among the less severe codes. Our data shows it ranks #661 of 3,036 FMCSR codes by citation frequency, with only 1,258 all-time citations. More importantly, its 0.0% out-of-service rate is far below the 31.4% national average across all FMCSR codes. Peer codes in its category (376.11(d)(1), 107.620(b)) also maintain 0.0%–0.2% OOS rates, confirming this violation class is non-critical.

First, document the violation details and ticket number. Review the inspection report for any co-occurring violations—our data shows 376.11D1 inspections commonly include driver fatigue/illness codes (392.2RG, 392.2-SLLEWG3), lamp defects (393.9), and logbook issues (395.24C2III). If cited with any of these, address each separately. Contact your carrier's compliance department and plan your correction. Request a copy of the roadside inspection report for your records.

Over the last 180 days, Illinois leads with 30 citations, followed by North Carolina with 12, and New Mexico with 1. Illinois accounts for the overwhelming majority of recent enforcement activity for this code. If you operate in Illinois, be especially mindful of compliance with this violation, as it represents the primary enforcement region in our recent data.

Citation volume has been moderate and inconsistent over the past 12 months. Our data shows 143 citations in the last 12 months (averaging ~12 per month), with peaks in May and June 2025 (29 citations each) and lower activity in recent months. April 2026 saw only 3 citations, suggesting enforcement may have tapered or shifted. Fleet managers should monitor ongoing trends rather than expect consistent weekly volume.

Yes. You can challenge any roadside inspection citation through the FMCSA's DataQs system within 90 days of the inspection. To contest successfully, you'll need documentation proving the violation did not occur or was incorrectly recorded—such as maintenance records, calibration certificates, or inspection photos. Contact your carrier's compliance team to initiate the DataQs request. Approval is not guaranteed; the burden is on you to provide evidence contradicting the inspector's findings.

Large fleet and rental operators dominate our all-time data. Penske Truck Leasing Co LP leads with 10 citations (USDOT 327574), followed by Ryder Truck Rental Inc with 8 (USDOT 16130), and Home Express Delivery Service LLC with 6 (USDOT 2714701). These patterns suggest 376.11D1 violations are not isolated to a particular carrier type but span rental, dedicated, and specialty fleets. If you drive for one of these carriers, ask your safety team about their 376.11D1 prevention practices.

Both. Under FMCSA rules, roadside inspection violations are recorded in both driver history and carrier history, affecting separate CSA BASIC categories. A 376.11D1 citation will appear on your driving record and factor into your carrier's safety profile. If you earn multiple citations, you accumulate severity points in each category independently. Drivers and fleets share responsibility for avoiding these violations; ask your safety manager about your company's citation tracking system.