How long must a motor carrier retain electronic logging device (ELD) record of duty status (RODS) data?

NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ008(2017-03-22)

Question: How long must a motor carrier retain electronic logging device (ELD) record of duty status (RODS) data?

Guidance: A motor carrier must retain ELD RODS data and supporting documents for six months. For more information, see 49 CFR 395.8(k)(1). Additionally, a back-up copy of ELD records must be maintained on a device separate from that where original data was stored for six months. Additionally, a motor carrier must retain a driver’s ELD records in a manner that protects driver privacy. For more information, see § 395.22(i).

Contact Info: FMCSA ELD Information, 1-800-832-5660 or ELD@dot.gov

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