393.45(a) — Brake tubing/hoses inadequate
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 2,669 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 7.
Violation Description
Commercial motor vehicle brake tubing or hoses are worn, chafed, crimped, or otherwise damaged.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.45(a) falls under the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 7 (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 393.45 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 2,351 carriers total • Page 1 of 95
Top Carriers with 393.45(a) Violations
Showing 25 of 2,351
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | LANDEATER TRANSPORT LLC | 3882719 | 6 |
| #2 | AVM SHIPPING INC | 3368366 | 6 |
| #3 | WESTERN EXPRESS INC | 511412 | 5 |
| #4 | WERNER ENTERPRISES INC | 53467 | 5 |
| #5 | PRICE TRANSFER INC | 50484 | 5 |
| #6 | VK LOGISTICS INC | 947256 | 4 |
| #7 | HUB GROUP DEDICATED LLC | 801828 | 4 |
| #8 | J B HUNT TRANSPORT INC | 80806 | 4 |
| #9 | STG DRAYAGE LLC | 688143 | 4 |
| #10 | FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION | 86876 | 4 |
| #11 | MORAYMA B OCHOA | 4143500 | 4 |
| #12 | AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | 92261 | 4 |
| #13 | EVANS DELIVERY COMPANY INC | 38111 | 4 |
| #14 | JUSTIN COLE LACKEY | 3685699 | 4 |
| #15 | SHERLAINE PITTS | 3559643 | 4 |
| #16 | DR HAULING LLC | 3422978 | 4 |
| #17 | NEW PRIME INC | 3706 | 4 |
| #18 | THOUSAND ISLANDS NETWORK INC | 2578278 | 3 |
| #19 | CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC | 70289 | 3 |
| #20 | UNITED VAN LINES LLC | 77949 | 3 |
| #21 | JOSE REINALDO ORDONEZ | 3798850 | 3 |
| #22 | US XPRESS INC | 303024 | 3 |
| #23 | FRANK BARTEL TRANSPORTATION INC | 876456 | 3 |
| #24 | BORDER EXPRESS DE MEXICO SA DE CV | 1692179 | 3 |
| #25 | GREENWOOD MOTOR LINES INC | 63391 | 3 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.45(a) was cited • 2,669 total events • Page 1 of 107
Recent Inspections with 393.45(a)
Showing 25 of 2,669
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82898214 | WA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82914291 | CA | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82913573 | CA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82907746 | VA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 14, 2024 | 82913381 | CA | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 13, 2024 | 82905844 | TN | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82886737 | MD | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82912776 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82886875 | MD | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82891102 | MO | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82885903 | SC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82902988 | CA | Level 1 | No |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82900948 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82894410 | OH | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82894593 | OH | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82888056 | KS | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82889767 | CA | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82913474 | CA | Level 1 | No |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82904566 | US | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82891095 | MO | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82892778 | PA | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82877971 | AL | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82885275 | AR | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82885658 | US | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 82865655 | US | Level 1 | Yes |