397.3 — State/local laws ordinances regulations
FMCSA violation code under Hazardous Materials. 650 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: N/A.
Violation Description
State/local laws ordinances regulations
About This Violation Code
Code 397.3 falls under the Hazardous Materials BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS).
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 397.3 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 397.3 is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
Click a state to see roadside inspection activity, top stations, and carrier profiles in that jurisdiction.
Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 397.3 citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 397.3 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 • 508 carriers total • Page 1 of 21
Top Carriers with 397.3 Violations
Showing 25 of 508
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | MOHSEN TRANSPORTATION INC | 2018502 | 8 |
| #2 | CENTRAL TRANSPORT LLC | 661173 | 7 |
| #3 | KAG WEST ENERGY LLC | 134406 | 6 |
| #4 | SILVICOM INC | 1864495 | 6 |
| #5 | ACE TRANSPORTATION INC | 3396641 | 6 |
| #6 | XTREME FUEL TRANSPORT | 3060793 | 5 |
| #7 | GREENWOOD MOTOR LINES INC | 63391 | 5 |
| #8 | CHEESEMAN LLC | 120612 | 4 |
| #9 | E F CORPORATION | 113693 | 4 |
| #10 | HR SERVICES LLC | 2439172 | 4 |
| #11 | XPO LOGISTICS FREIGHT INC | 241829 | 4 |
| #12 | OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE INC | 90849 | 4 |
| #13 | LESLIES POOLMART INC | 159598 | 3 |
| #14 | PAN AFRICAN TRANSPORTATION LLC | 3385860 | 3 |
| #15 | VALLEY PROPANE OF BAKERSFIELD INC | 2405378 | 3 |
| #16 | GMHERREN HEAVY & SPECIALIZED LLC | 1610004 | 3 |
| #17 | SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | 29124 | 3 |
| #18 | SCOTT & SON'S TRUCKING INC | 1911941 | 3 |
| #19 | COVENANT TRANSPORT LLC | 273818 | 3 |
| #20 | FUEL DELIVERY SERVICES INC | 931301 | 3 |
| #21 | PILOT TRAVEL CENTERS LLC | 91805 | 3 |
| #22 | BLACK EAGLE TRUCKING INC | 1203042 | 3 |
| #23 | BDJ TRUCKING CO | 1331321 | 3 |
| #24 | FIGUEROA TANK LINES INC | 1306540 | 3 |
| #25 | VAN DE POL ENTERPRISES INC | 931319 | 2 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 397.3 was cited • 650 total events • Page 1 of 26
Recent Inspections with 397.3
Showing 25 of 650
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2026 | 87384993 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Mar 3, 2026 | 87263150 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 25, 2026 | 87204506 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Feb 16, 2026 | 87079161 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 87152071 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 8, 2026 | 86751785 | TX | Level 2 | No |
| Dec 5, 2025 | 86517264 | NC | Level 3 | No |
| Sep 24, 2025 | 85881722 | TX | Level 3 | No |
| Sep 16, 2025 | 85803581 | PA | Level 1 | No |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 85762379 | PA | Level 3 | No |
| Sep 9, 2025 | 85737671 | PA | Level 3 | No |
| Aug 13, 2025 | 85495991 | PA | Level 3 | No |
| Aug 8, 2025 | 85452054 | NM | Level 1 | No |
| Aug 6, 2025 | 85432203 | PA | Level 3 | No |
| Jul 30, 2025 | 85412718 | TX | Level 3 | No |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 85363054 | TX | Level 3 | No |
| Jul 3, 2025 | 85154629 | TX | Level 1 | No |
| Jul 2, 2025 | 85139191 | NM | Level 2 | No |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 84965090 | PA | Level 1 | No |
| Jun 1, 2025 | 84841366 | MS | Level 1 | No |
| May 10, 2025 | 84643663 | PA | Level 2 | No |
| Apr 21, 2025 | 84545829 | TX | Level 3 | No |
| Apr 15, 2025 | 84419222 | PA | Level 2 | No |
| Apr 10, 2025 | 84363235 | KY | Level 1 | No |
| Apr 9, 2025 | 84363434 | MS | Level 3 | No |