396.1-KNOWLEDGE — Carrier responsibility for inspection/maintenance
FMCSA violation code under Vehicle Maintenance. 130 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 4.
Violation Description
Motor carrier failing to take responsibility for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of CMVs.
About This Violation Code
Code 396.1-KNOWLEDGE 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 396.1 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 126 carriers total • Page 1 of 6
Top Carriers with 396.1-KNOWLEDGE Violations
Showing 25 of 126
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | STAKER & PARSON COMPANIES | 236365 | 2 |
| #2 | MIND IN THE GUTTER LLC | 3856369 | 2 |
| #3 | MJ TRANS PRO LLC | 3387836 | 2 |
| #4 | NAEMS EXPRESS LLC | 3749643 | 2 |
| #5 | JIMMY AND SON TRANSPORTATION LLC | 3656300 | 1 |
| #6 | KL TRUCKING LLC | 2816593 | 1 |
| #7 | DAYJO TRANSPORT INC | 1753799 | 1 |
| #8 | BOARZHEAD TRUCKING LLC | 2958195 | 1 |
| #9 | RUSKING TRUCKING LLC | 3821334 | 1 |
| #10 | CARRIER INCORPORATED | 2916923 | 1 |
| #11 | FECO FLATWORK LLC | 2483032 | 1 |
| #12 | CONWAY COURIER SERVICE INC | 906238 | 1 |
| #13 | JSP LEASING LLC | 321382 | 1 |
| #14 | D & K GYPSUM FLOORS INC | 461105 | 1 |
| #15 | H & M LOGISTICS SERVICES INC | 4207872 | 1 |
| #16 | JOHN O COOK INC | 813502 | 1 |
| #17 | TIGER FREIGHT INC | 3414326 | 1 |
| #18 | Q TRAVEL LLC | 2976801 | 1 |
| #19 | CHASCO INC | 937584 | 1 |
| #20 | AMERI FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC | 1251595 | 1 |
| #21 | US CASINO RENTALS LLC | 2131532 | 1 |
| #22 | WESTERN EXPRESS INC | 511412 | 1 |
| #23 | MORRISON TREE SERVICE LLC | 4174537 | 1 |
| #24 | GOLD MEDAL GARDENING INC | 1771411 | 1 |
| #25 | JBD LOGISTICS TRANSPORT LLC | 3997723 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 396.1-KNOWLEDGE was cited • 130 total events • Page 1 of 6
Recent Inspections with 396.1-KNOWLEDGE
Showing 25 of 130
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2025 | 83797542 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 5, 2025 | 83786322 | MA | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 5, 2025 | 83797540 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 4, 2025 | 83786870 | NH | Level 1 | No |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 83775787 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 31, 2025 | 83764848 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 83808275 | RI | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 83749456 | NH | Level 1 | No |
| Jan 28, 2025 | 83726635 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 28, 2025 | 83726616 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 28, 2025 | 83726613 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 83716207 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 83716205 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 83716209 | NH | Level 1 | No |
| Jan 23, 2025 | 83689517 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680859 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680843 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680845 | NH | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680846 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680851 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680852 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83680854 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 21, 2025 | 83670871 | NH | Level 3 | No |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 83726046 | MA | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 83656458 | MA | Level 3 | No |