Minimum Periodic Inspection Checklist

49 CFR Part 396 Appendix A - Annual Vehicle Inspection Requirements

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49 CFR § 396.17 PERIODIC INSPECTION

Every commercial motor vehicle must be inspected at least once every 12 months by a qualified inspector. This inspection must include all items listed in Appendix A to this part. Motor carriers must retain inspection reports for 14 months.

Brake System

49 CFR § 393.40-393.52

Service Brakes

Coupling Devices

49 CFR § 393.70

Exhaust System

49 CFR § 393.83

Fuel System

49 CFR § 393.65-393.67

Lighting Devices and Reflectors

49 CFR § 393.9-393.33

Required Lamps

Safe Loading

49 CFR § 392.9, 393.100-393.136

Steering Mechanism

49 CFR § 393.209

Suspension

49 CFR § 393.207

Frame

49 CFR § 393.201

Tires

49 CFR § 393.75

Wheels and Rims

49 CFR § 393.205

Windshield

49 CFR § 393.60

Windshield Wipers

49 CFR § 393.78

Rear Vision Mirrors

49 CFR § 393.80

Horn

49 CFR § 393.81

Defects Found

List all defects found during inspection (be specific):

Inspector Certification

Inspector Certification Statement

I hereby certify that the above vehicle has been inspected in accordance with 49 CFR Part 396, Appendix A.

Inspector Signature

Date:

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