FMCSA Cracks Down on Non-Compliant ELDs

FMCSA has removed 96 non-compliant electronic logging devices from its registered list since January 2025, including 58 devices during the current year, and is giving motor carriers up to 60 days to replace revoked equipment with compliant systems.

FMCSA Updates Registered ELD List

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires electronic logging device manufacturers to self-certify that their products meet federal requirements before the devices can be placed on the agency’s registered list.

When FMCSA determines that an ELD does not comply with federal specifications, the agency can remove the device from the registered list. Carriers using a revoked device must replace it within the agency’s established 60-day period unless they qualify for an applicable hours-of-service exception.

The primary federal requirements governing driver hours of service and ELD use are found in 49 CFR Part 395. FMCSA maintains information on registered and revoked devices, as well as applicable exemptions, through its website.

Broader Enforcement Campaign Targets High-Risk Operations

The ELD actions are part of broader FMCSA enforcement efforts, including Operation Highway Shield and investigations involving commercial driver licensing schools. The agency is also using Homeland Security personnel in efforts targeting alleged fraudulent and illegal practices in CDL training and testing.

According to enforcement figures cited by the agency, 704 high-risk carriers were investigated. As many as 70 carriers were shut down, while another 430 voluntarily halted operations. The enforcement campaign also resulted in the removal of non-compliant ELD platforms and efforts to prevent additional unqualified systems from entering the market.

Carriers Should Verify Device Status

Motor carriers are responsible for confirming that the ELDs installed in their vehicles remain on FMCSA’s registered list. A device that was previously accepted may later be revoked if the manufacturer fails to correct compliance problems or if the device is found not to meet federal requirements.

Carriers affected by an ELD revocation should review FMCSA’s notice, determine whether an hours-of-service exception applies, and arrange for replacement equipment within the agency’s 60-day compliance period.