393.45B3 — Brake tubing/hoses inadequate
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 14 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 393.45B3 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 393.45B3 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 393.45B3 is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 393.45B3 citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 393.45B3 most often (last 180 days)
Often Cited Together
Other violations commonly found on the same inspection (last 90 days)
Citation patterns suggest related root causes (e.g., HOS violations paired with logbook errors).
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 14 carriers total
Top Carriers with 393.45B3 Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | BIG WALK TRUCKING LLC | 4014188 | 1 |
| #2 | GRUPO TRANSPORTISTA TITSA SA DE CV | 3569756 | 1 |
| #3 | GAMA CONSTRUCTION LLC | 3354559 | 1 |
| #4 | ABELARDO'S TRUCKING LLC | 3756289 | 1 |
| #5 | MUKUL LLC | 3003650 | 1 |
| #6 | TRANSPORTES ZUAZUA LLC | 1838226 | 1 |
| #7 | CURTIS BOY TRUCKING LLC | 4066584 | 1 |
| #8 | BRIAN DOYLE | 3113103 | 1 |
| #9 | TRANSPORTES ESPECIALIZADOS RG SA DE CV | 998029 | 1 |
| #10 | TRANSPORTE INTERNACIONAL LOPEZ OCHOA SA DE C V | 1041907 | 1 |
| #11 | TRANSPORTES RORO SA DE CV | 1462128 | 1 |
| #12 | CARLOS ALBERTO ALANIS REYES | 2380944 | 1 |
| #13 | TRANSPORTES CADEGA SA DE CV | 3422187 | 1 |
| #14 | TRANSPORTES DE CARGA SAUL SALINAS SA DE CV | 557676 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.45B3 was cited • 14 total events
Recent Inspections with 393.45B3
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2026 | 87276635 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| Mar 9, 2026 | 87251966 | IA | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 14, 2026 | 87103135 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 13, 2026 | 87080397 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Feb 1, 2026 | 86980628 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Jan 22, 2026 | 86924869 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Jul 17, 2025 | 85276929 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Jun 5, 2025 | 84902875 | IA | Level 2 | No |
| May 14, 2025 | 84769164 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| May 12, 2025 | 84671017 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| May 12, 2025 | 84670206 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 10, 2025 | 83872536 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| Dec 9, 2024 | 83389913 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Oct 25, 2024 | 83075376 | TX | Level 1 | No |