Driver Vehicle Inspection Report
Daily — pre-trip & post-trip · 49 CFR 396.11
Carrier: ______________
USDOT ____________
Date:
Unit #: ________
Trailer #: ________
Odometer: ________
Driver: ________________
Inspection: Pre-trip Post-trip
Power unit — required (396.11)
Service brakes (incl. trailer brake connections)OK Defect
Parking (hand) brakeOK Defect
Steering mechanismOK Defect
Lighting devices & reflectorsOK Defect
TiresOK Defect
HornOK Defect
Windshield wipersOK Defect
Rear-vision mirrorsOK Defect
Coupling devicesOK Defect
Wheels & rimsOK Defect
Emergency equipmentOK Defect
Also checked
Air / fluid leaksOK Defect
Engine oil & coolant levelOK Defect
Belts & hosesOK Defect
Exhaust systemOK Defect
SuspensionOK Defect
Frame & bodyOK Defect
Fifth wheel / kingpinOK Defect
Lights — turn signals & brakeOK Defect
Defroster / heaterOK Defect
Safety/emergency triangles & extinguisherOK Defect
Trailer (if pulled)
Brake connections & linesOK Defect
BrakesOK Defect
Coupling (kingpin/upper plate)OK Defect
DoorsOK Defect
HitchOK Defect
Landing gearOK Defect
Lights & reflectorsOK Defect
RoofOK Defect
TarpaulinOK Defect
TiresOK Defect
Wheels & rimsOK Defect
Defects or deficiencies noted (if none, write "None"):
Condition of the above vehicle is satisfactory.
Driver's signature:
Date:
Above defects corrected Above defects need not be corrected for safe operation
Mechanic / carrier signature:
Reviewing driver:
EntrantReady — independent compliance-readiness service, not affiliated with the FMCSA. This form follows the 49 CFR 396.11 minimum checklist; the carrier remains responsible for its own recordkeeping. Keep completed DVIRs per your retention requirements.