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What happens if cellular network limitations prevent an ELD from transferring data during a U.S. roadside inspection for a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier’s driver?

Cross Border Transportation ELDs

FAQ001:  What happens if cellular network limitations prevent an ELD from transferring data during a U.S. roadside inspection for a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier’s driver?

 Answer:  If there are cellular network limitations that prevent the ELD from transferring data to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s web services, the safety official will use the ELD’s display screen or printout to verify compliance with the U.S. HOS regulations.

Regulatory Topic: Cross Border Transportation ELDs
Effective Date: Monday, March 5, 2018
Issued Date: Monday, March 5, 2018