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Question 19: Who is responsible for retaining DVIRs for leased vehicles including those of owner-operators?

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Section § 396.11: Driver vehicle inspection report(s).

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Question 19: Who is responsible for retaining DVIRs for leased vehicles including those of owner-operators?

Guidance: The motor carrier is responsible for retaining the original copy of each DVIR and the certification of repairs for at least 3 months from the date the report was prepared.

Regulatory Topic: Driver vehicle inspection reports
Effective Date: Sunday, May 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997