393.62B — Windshield wipers inoperative
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 4 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 4.
Violation Description
Windshield wipers on commercial motor vehicle are inoperative or missing.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.62B falls under the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 4 (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 393.62B in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 393.62B citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 3 carriers total
Top Carriers with 393.62B Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | ASHRAF BOTROS | 2148686 | 2 |
| #2 | STEEL WHEEL TRANSPORTATION LLC | 3904617 | 1 |
| #3 | AMERICAN SAFETY TRANSIT LLC | 4120767 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.62B was cited • 4 total events
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