393.71G-CDIMT — Fifth wheel defective
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 42 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 8.
Violation Description
Fifth wheel assembly on commercial motor vehicle is defective, has excessive wear, or is not properly secured.
About This Violation Code
Code 393.71G-CDIMT 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 393.71G in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 393.71G-CDIMT is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 393.71G-CDIMT citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 393.71G-CDIMT 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 • 41 carriers total • Page 1 of 2
Top Carriers with 393.71G-CDIMT Violations
Showing 25 of 41
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | COLE'S TOWING & RECOVERY INC | 2827477 | 2 |
| #2 | SANTOS G FUENTES TURCIOS | 3645242 | 1 |
| #3 | MORELLO CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC | 2647505 | 1 |
| #4 | FIRST GLOBAL TRUCKING LLC | 3105982 | 1 |
| #5 | DMI LOGISTICS LLC | 3954467 | 1 |
| #6 | A1 SEPTIC | 883034 | 1 |
| #7 | TRADEMARK LANDSCAPES INC | 1923850 | 1 |
| #8 | DEVON CRUMP AND ASSOCIATES LLC | 1480832 | 1 |
| #9 | PRO-EX CONTRACTORS INC | 1255072 | 1 |
| #10 | E & D EXPRESS SERVICES LLC | 4308665 | 1 |
| #11 | PREWETT ENTERPRISES INC | 313121 | 1 |
| #12 | ALL ABOVE TOWING LLC | 2991543 | 1 |
| #13 | K & S AND GREENDAY INC | 1136908 | 1 |
| #14 | WESTSIDE SELF SERVICE AUTO DISMANTLERS INC | 2656612 | 1 |
| #15 | DALE A SPEARMAN | 795680 | 1 |
| #16 | CARPENTER LOGGING CO INC | 692283 | 1 |
| #17 | CARTER LUMBER TRANSPORT LLC | 2546417 | 1 |
| #18 | SPEEDWAY AUTOWORKS INC | 3586667 | 1 |
| #19 | VUTE CARGO INC | 3651316 | 1 |
| #20 | DEONTAE BOWERS | 2097968 | 1 |
| #21 | PHOENIX CARGO LLC | 3077362 | 1 |
| #22 | BEN'S AUTO LLC | 2949467 | 1 |
| #23 | C&N CONSTRUCTION | 3057631 | 1 |
| #24 | MIDWEST TOWING AND RECOVERY LLC | 850539 | 1 |
| #25 | ROAD STAR TOWING INC | 3260241 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 393.71G-CDIMT was cited • 42 total events • Page 1 of 2
Recent Inspections with 393.71G-CDIMT
Showing 25 of 42
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 2026 | 87354460 | KS | Level 2 | No |
| Mar 18, 2026 | 87332643 | MA | Level 2 | No |
| Mar 12, 2026 | 87273092 | PA | Level 1 | No |
| Feb 2, 2026 | 86961225 | GA | Level 1 | No |
| Jan 4, 2026 | 86708834 | WY | Level 2 | No |
| Dec 28, 2025 | 86665198 | WY | Level 2 | No |
| Dec 16, 2025 | 86596670 | CA | Level 2 | No |
| Dec 15, 2025 | 86571791 | PA | Level 1 | No |
| Dec 12, 2025 | 86670231 | CA | Level 5 | No |
| Dec 12, 2025 | 86571801 | PA | Level 2 | No |
| Dec 4, 2025 | 86489159 | PA | Level 2 | No |
| Nov 26, 2025 | 86427363 | GA | Level 2 | No |
| Nov 19, 2025 | 86392170 | WI | Level 1 | No |
| Nov 11, 2025 | 86324155 | CA | Level 2 | No |
| Nov 10, 2025 | 86281057 | MA | Level 2 | No |
| Oct 28, 2025 | 86187379 | PA | Level 1 | No |
| Oct 23, 2025 | 86147250 | FL | Level 2 | No |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 85894066 | CA | Level 3 | Yes |
| Sep 23, 2025 | 85872705 | CA | Level 2 | Yes |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 85780005 | WY | Level 2 | No |
| Sep 2, 2025 | 85678575 | FL | Level 2 | No |
| Aug 27, 2025 | 85607799 | NE | Level 1 | No |
| Aug 27, 2025 | 85634842 | WY | Level 2 | No |
| Aug 6, 2025 | 85450124 | FL | Level 2 | No |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 85162714 | GA | Level 2 | No |