Direct answers about 385.308D citations: OOS rate, co-occurring violations, state distribution, and immediate next steps based on 13M+ roadside inspections.
Ranks #2,155 of 3,146 FMCSR codes by citation frequency • OOS rate of 100.0% is above the FMCSR-wide average of 33.3%.
Operating in violation of FMCSA Operational Out of Service order for Failure to respond to Expedited Action Notification
Direct answers grounded in TruckCodex inspection data
Yes. Across our 13 million inspection records, every single citation for 385.308D resulted in an out-of-service order—a 100.0% OOS rate. This is dramatically higher than the 31.4% average OOS rate across all FMCSR codes. If you receive this citation, expect your truck to be removed from service immediately and remain off the road until the violation is corrected and re-inspected.
First: stop operating immediately—do not drive past the inspection. Second: document the violation details from the citation. Third: identify the specific compliance issue and begin repairs or corrections on-site if possible, or arrange a tow if necessary. Our inspection records show that 385.308D citations frequently co-occur with fatigue violations (392.2 family codes) and equipment issues like tire and lighting defects. Address the flagged item and any related equipment problems before requesting re-inspection.
Yes, this is serious. While 385.308D ranks #2269 out of 3,036 FMCSR codes by total citation volume (only 8 all-time), it has a 100.0% out-of-service rate—far exceeding the 31.4% average. Peer codes in the General/Admin category like USDOT number display violations (390.21 family) carry 0.0% OOS rates. The 100% OOS rate means inspectors view 385.308D violations as critical compliance failures that mandate immediate service removal.
Illinois leads the nation for 385.308D citations over the last 180 days, with 3 citations recorded in our database—all of which resulted in out-of-service orders. Across all other states combined, citation volume is sporadic; the data shows enforcement is concentrated and infrequent overall. If you operate in Illinois, be aware that this violation has been cited there more than anywhere else.
Our all-time records show 7 different carriers cited for 385.308D. Joe's A Food Distributors Corp (USDOT 1605983) had the highest count at 2 citations; all other carriers had 1 each. No single carrier dominates, suggesting 385.308D violations are distributed across the industry rather than concentrated in a specific fleet type or operation.
No. Over the past 12 months, our records show just 6 citations for 385.308D—roughly one per two months. Over the past 90 days, only 1 citation appears. This code is rarely cited relative to major violations, making it an uncommon but critical compliance issue. The sporadic monthly pattern (1 citation per month when they do occur) suggests enforcement is event-driven rather than systematic.
When 385.308D appears in our inspection records over the last 90 days, it co-occurs with multiple violations: fatigue or illness violations (392.2 codes), operating without a valid CDL (383.23A2), and equipment defects including tires (393.65C), lighting (393.11TL), and window obstructions (393.60C). This pattern suggests 385.308D citations often signal broader operational or driver fitness issues, not isolated paperwork problems. Request re-inspection of all flagged systems.
385.308D is classified as a General/Admin violation in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. While not eligible for out-of-service on its face, our data shows it triggers out-of-service action in 100% of cases—indicating it represents a critical documentation, registration, or operational compliance gap. Review your citation paperwork for the specific deficiency cited, as the enforcement outcome depends on the exact nature of the administrative failure.
Where 385.308D is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
Other violations commonly found on the same inspection (last 90 days)
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