393.70C — Coupling devices defective
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 56 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 8.
Violation Description
Coupling devices and towing methods are defective, including fifth wheel, kingpin, pintle hook, and drawbar.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.70C falls under the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 8 (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 393.70C in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 393.70C is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 393.70C citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 393.70C 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 • 53 carriers total • Page 1 of 3
Top Carriers with 393.70C Violations
Showing 25 of 53
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RELIABLE S TRUCKING LLC | 4125288 | 2 |
| #2 | PATSY MCRAE ALMAND | 3848072 | 2 |
| #3 | G3 ENTERPRISES INC | 252836 | 2 |
| #4 | JR&CO INC | 304803 | 1 |
| #5 | MCPHERSON ENTERPRIZES PLUMBING & TRENCHING INC | 2461061 | 1 |
| #6 | STEINHOFF LANDSCAPE AND CONSTRUCTION INC | 1827043 | 1 |
| #7 | SIDES EROSION CONTROL SERVICES INC | 2643709 | 1 |
| #8 | WALTERS WATERWORKS LLC | 4355852 | 1 |
| #9 | MADARIS TRANSPORTATION LLC | 835435 | 1 |
| #10 | SL1 CONSTRUCTION & EXCAVATION INC | 3943965 | 1 |
| #11 | WORLDWIDE TECH INC | 4136046 | 1 |
| #12 | VICTORY AWNING INC | 1826319 | 1 |
| #13 | ASAP SEPTIC SYSTEMS INC | 3652209 | 1 |
| #14 | PIKE PAVING & EXCAVATION LLC | 4216200 | 1 |
| #15 | ALLIANCE TECHNICAL GROUP LLC | 1007184 | 1 |
| #16 | JOSE ROBLES | 1810006 | 1 |
| #17 | JOSH ASHLEY | 3006566 | 1 |
| #18 | CARLOS ORTEGA GONZALEZ & OMAR GONZALEZ | 2312865 | 1 |
| #19 | YO MAMA'S GARBAGE SERVICES INC | 3212191 | 1 |
| #20 | MULTISERVICIOS EXPRESS DEL NORESTE SA DE CV | 863379 | 1 |
| #21 | ATTOYAC ENERGY SERVICES LLC | 2372243 | 1 |
| #22 | GBK VENTURES INC | 4419476 | 1 |
| #23 | FREIGHTSTAR EXPEDITED LLC | 2020842 | 1 |
| #24 | TLG PAVING COMPANY INC | 2738247 | 1 |
| #25 | FENCEDBYJC LLC | 4301484 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.70C was cited • 56 total events • Page 1 of 3
Recent Inspections with 393.70C
Showing 25 of 56
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | 87460177 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Mar 19, 2026 | 87441639 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Feb 23, 2026 | 87189785 | NM | Level 1 | Yes |
| Feb 17, 2026 | 87087363 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Jan 20, 2026 | 86866199 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| Jan 7, 2026 | 86780348 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| Dec 20, 2025 | 86630264 | NC | Level 1 | No |
| Dec 10, 2025 | 86541462 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Dec 9, 2025 | 86528284 | NC | Level 2 | Yes |
| Nov 11, 2025 | 86313799 | IL | Level 1 | Yes |
| Nov 11, 2025 | 86323084 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Nov 5, 2025 | 86254845 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Nov 4, 2025 | 86246491 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Oct 25, 2025 | 86180485 | IA | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 86168385 | NC | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 15, 2025 | 86096974 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Oct 6, 2025 | 85980647 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Oct 1, 2025 | 85938005 | NC | Level 1 | Yes |
| Sep 29, 2025 | 85953183 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 29, 2025 | 85928809 | IA | Level 2 | No |
| Sep 15, 2025 | 85815845 | TX | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 10, 2025 | 85780867 | TX | Level 1 | Yes |
| Sep 10, 2025 | 85747899 | NC | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 2, 2025 | 85736414 | IL | Level 2 | Yes |
| Aug 27, 2025 | 85656773 | TX | Level 1 | No |