397.17 — Hazmat tires examined
FMCSA violation code under Hazardous Materials. 7 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 3.
Violation Description
Failing to examine tires on CMV transporting hazardous materials each time the vehicle is parked.
About This Violation Code
Code 397.17 falls under the Hazardous Materials BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 3 (scale 1-10, higher = more severe).
When this violation is cited during a roadside inspection, it contributes to the carrier's Hazardous Materials 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 397.17 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 7 carriers total
Top Carriers with 397.17 Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | ROUGH ROAD TRUCKING LLC | 3136698 | 1 |
| #2 | CANNONBALL TRUCKING INC | 338347 | 1 |
| #3 | DOLCHE TRUCKLOAD CORP | 2082074 | 1 |
| #4 | A&D TRUCKING LLC | 3282814 | 1 |
| #5 | SEVERANCE TRUCKING CO INC | 23907 | 1 |
| #6 | SHELBY TRANSPORT INC | 2942832 | 1 |
| #7 | GUADALUPE GONZALEZ OROZCO | 2561974 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 397.17 was cited • 7 total events