393.104F2 — Cargo securement - tiedown damaged
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 9 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 6.
Violation Description
Tiedown or cargo securement device is damaged, defective, or unable to perform its intended function.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.104F2 falls under the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 6 (scale 1-10, higher = more severe).
When this violation is cited during a roadside inspection, it contributes to the carrier's Vehicle Maintenance BASIC score. Carriers with high BASIC percentiles may be prioritized for FMCSA interventions including warning letters, investigations, or compliance reviews.
Regulatory Reference
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
This violation references 49 CFR 393.104F2 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 393.104F2 is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 393.104F2 citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 393.104F2 most often (last 180 days)
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 7 carriers total
Top Carriers with 393.104F2 Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | SOUTHERN SPECIALTY FREIGHT LLC | 3306210 | 2 |
| #2 | MCGINTY BROS INC | 898443 | 2 |
| #3 | RICKY ETHERIDGE | 3286695 | 1 |
| #4 | RAMON GERARDO ARRAMBIDE LEAL | 895652 | 1 |
| #5 | CHOCTAW LAND & TIMBER LLC | 2376442 | 1 |
| #6 | J B HUNT TRANSPORT INC | 80806 | 1 |
| #7 | NJT TRUCKING LLC | 3139628 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.104F2 was cited • 9 total events
Recent Inspections with 393.104F2
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