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Question 3: Must each vehicle in a combination carry separate periodic inspection documentation?

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FMCSA-VM-396.17-Q03.cm_.docx (22.88 KB)

Section § 396.17: Periodic inspection.

Guidance Q&A

Question 3: Must each vehicle in a combination carry separate periodic inspection documentation?

Guidance: Yes, unless a single document clearly identifies all of the vehicles in the CMV combination.

Regulatory Topic: Separate periodic inspection documents for each unit in combination vehicle
Effective Date: Sunday, May 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997