393.17(a) — Lamps and reflectors inadequate
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 167 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 3.
Violation Description
Operating a commercial motor vehicle with lamps or reflectors that do not meet the requirements.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.17(a) falls under the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 3 (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 393.17 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 156 carriers total • Page 1 of 7
Top Carriers with 393.17(a) Violations
Showing 25 of 156
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | COPART CATASTROPHE RESPONSE FLEET LLC | 2869944 | 4 |
| #2 | CARRIER'S INC | 458273 | 2 |
| #3 | GT TOWING LLC | 2577795 | 2 |
| #4 | NORTON TRANSPORT INC | 925129 | 2 |
| #5 | OSCAR HUITRON | 3007692 | 2 |
| #6 | METRO INVESTIGATION & RECOVERY SOLUTIONS INC | 2253712 | 2 |
| #7 | 235 TOWING LLC | 3426083 | 2 |
| #8 | KDT ENTERPRISES | 2944360 | 2 |
| #9 | SOPHIA ROADSIDE LLC | 3821017 | 2 |
| #10 | EASE LAND ORGANIC FARM LLC | 3889915 | 1 |
| #11 | BRINES TOWING SERVICE LLC | 3642706 | 1 |
| #12 | 239 AUTO GROUP INC | 674663 | 1 |
| #13 | GABE'S TOWING & MECHANIC SERVICES | 3835710 | 1 |
| #14 | KAFI TRANSPORT LLC | 3652772 | 1 |
| #15 | ILOAD EXPRESS LLC | 2836780 | 1 |
| #16 | DERRICK HILLS | 2419196 | 1 |
| #17 | EQUAL LOGISTICS LLC | 3673266 | 1 |
| #18 | CANDIDO'S INC | 494524 | 1 |
| #19 | RTA TOWING SERVICE LLC | 3312702 | 1 |
| #20 | A BOBS AUTO & TOWING INC | 1933636 | 1 |
| #21 | TUGTOWN TOWING LLC | 3634898 | 1 |
| #22 | NEBULA PERFORMANCE & TOWING SERVICE LLC | 3422549 | 1 |
| #23 | ALL MARYLAND RECOVERY LLC | 3302596 | 1 |
| #24 | CHUCKS TOWING LLC | 3699086 | 1 |
| #25 | PERLMAN'S GARAGE LLC | 3836916 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.17(a) was cited • 167 total events • Page 1 of 7
Recent Inspections with 393.17(a)
Showing 25 of 167
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2024 | 82814108 | MA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 82776164 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 13, 2024 | 82679856 | MD | Level 1 | Yes |
| Sep 6, 2024 | 82597368 | NE | Level 2 | No |
| Sep 6, 2024 | 82610904 | MI | Level 2 | No |
| Sep 4, 2024 | 82569830 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 82494611 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 23, 2024 | 82511963 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Aug 19, 2024 | 82419975 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 82334136 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 82312227 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 82337425 | MI | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 5, 2024 | 82299242 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jul 13, 2024 | 82116011 | MA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jul 9, 2024 | 82084496 | OH | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jul 8, 2024 | 82056336 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jul 2, 2024 | 82020269 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 28, 2024 | 81990486 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 25, 2024 | 81958106 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 19, 2024 | 81923654 | IA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 13, 2024 | 81867466 | OH | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 13, 2024 | 81863054 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 11, 2024 | 81839483 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 10, 2024 | 81825095 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 10, 2024 | 81820858 | CT | Level 2 | Yes |