Direct answers about 398.8D1 citations: OOS rates, what happens next, and how this violation compares to similar codes.
Ranks #2,664 of 3,146 FMCSR codes by citation frequency • OOS rate of 0.0% is below the FMCSR-wide average of 33.3%.
FAILURE TO CORRECT DEFECT(S) ON PREVIOUS INSPECTION 7/5/24 CT0558001010- WINDOW TINT
Direct answers grounded in TruckCodex inspection data
No. Across our inspection records, 398.8D1 has never resulted in an out-of-service placement. Out of 2 all-time citations in our database, both trucks remained in service—a 0.0% OOS rate. This is substantially lower than the national average of 31.4% across all FMCSR codes, meaning 398.8D1 violations typically do not trigger immediate roadside removal.
398.8D1 ranks near the bottom for citation frequency—#2651 of 3,036 FMCSR codes by volume. Among peer codes in the same category, 398.8D1 carries a 0.0% OOS rate, matching codes like 376.11D1 and 107.620B-HMAMC. However, some related violations like code 999 carry a 12.1% OOS rate, so context matters. Your specific citation is unlikely to be severity-driven.
First, review the citation details on your inspection report to understand which specific requirement was cited. Contact your carrier or safety manager to document the finding. Then: (1) determine if the violation involves equipment or documentation; (2) gather any supporting paperwork that may contest the finding; (3) contact your carrier's compliance team about DataQs submission if you believe the citation is inaccurate. Do not ignore the citation—file it with your safety records.
In the last 180 days, our records show 1 citation for 398.8D1, issued in Pennsylvania. With only 2 total citations in our 13 million+ inspection database since tracking began, this violation is extremely rare. This low citation volume means your state's enforcement pattern is not yet statistically meaningful—most inspectors are unlikely to encounter this code regularly.
Yes, you can file a DataQs request to contest the citation if you believe the finding is factually inaccurate. The FMCSA's DataQs portal allows drivers and carriers to challenge inspection results. Whether your challenge succeeds depends on the violation type: documentation-based findings are easier to contest with supporting paperwork, while equipment defects require physical evidence or repair records. Submit your DataQs request within the specified timeframe with all relevant documentation.
No. Our inspection data shows 398.8D1 citations are extremely sparse. Of the 2 all-time citations, one went to WADE CARRIER SERVICES LLC (USDOT 4124586) and one to JAMMU ROADLINES INC (USDOT 4220118). This pattern suggests the violation is rare and not concentrated in any particular carrier type or size. Enforcement appears sporadic rather than systematic.
Not at all. Our inspection records show zero citations for 398.8D1 in the last 90 days. The most recent citations occurred in October 2025 and December 2025, each representing 1 citation. This extremely low recent volume indicates the violation is either very rare in the field or enforcement focus has shifted elsewhere. If you've just received this citation, it is statistically unusual.
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