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Eight ELDs Pulled from FMCSA Registry and What Fleets Need to Know

Revocations highlight risks of self-certified logging devices and critical need to choose reputable ELD providers

Rob Carpenter
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Key Takeaways:

  • The FMCSA removed eight non-compliant ELDs from its registered list, emphasizing the importance of careful vendor selection.
  • Motor carriers using the revoked ELDs (listed in the article) must immediately switch to paper logs or compliant alternatives and replace their devices by July 11th to avoid violations and out-of-service orders.
  • The U.S. ELD self-certification process relies on manufacturers' claims, unlike Canada's third-party certification, potentially leading to compliance issues.
  • Carriers should conduct thorough vendor research, regularly check the FMCSA's registered/revoked list, and develop contingency plans for ELD compliance.
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On Monday, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced it was removing eight electronic logging devices associated with Gorilla Fleet Safety LLC from its list of registered devices. This emphasizes the importance of vendor selection when choosing ELDs to remain compliant and avoid operational disruptions. These devices were removed because they failed to meet the minimum requirements of Title 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395.

Revoked ELDs

  • AllwaysTrack
  • Command Alkon Trackit
  • ELDX
  • Gorilla Safety Compact ELD
  • HCSS ELD
  • LB Technologies FleetTrack HOS
  • Simplex ELD 2GO
  • Trucker Path ELD Pro

Immediate Actions Required

Motor carriers using these revoked ELDs must:

  • Discontinue use of the revoked devices immediately.
  • Revert to paper logs or compliant logging software to record hours of service data.
  • Replace the revoked ELDs with compliant devices from the FMCSA’s registered list before July 11.

Failure to comply with the deadline will result in violations under 395.8(a)(1) – “No record of duty status,” and drivers may be placed out of service in accordance with Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) criteria. 

Understanding the Self-Certification Process

In the U.S., ELD providers self-certify their devices’ compliance with FMCSA standards. This process relies on manufacturers asserting their devices meet technical specs without prior independent verification by the FMCSA. The agency monitors compliance post-certification and can remove devices from the registry if they fail to meet standards.

International Certification Practice

Other countries, like Canada, employ third-party certification processes for ELDs. Canada requires ELDs to be certified by an accredited third-party organization before they can be used by carriers, ensuring higher compliance and reliability.

Historical Context

As of April, 1,050 devices are on FMCSA’s Registered ELDs list, all self-certified by manufacturers. Additionally, 248 devices are on the revoked list, 37 have been removed by the agency and 211 have been self-revoked by providers.

Recommendations for Carriers:

  • Due diligence: Research ELD vendors, focusing on their compliance history and customer support reputation.
  • Continuous monitoring: Check the FMCSA’s list of registered and revoked ELDs to ensure your device remains compliant.
  • Contingency planning: Develop a plan to swiftly transition to an alternative, compliant ELD in case of revocation.

For more information on ELD compliance and to view the current list of registered devices, visit the FMCSA’s ELD website: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/newsroom/fmcsa-removes-eight-devices-list-registered-elds 

Rob Carpenter

Rob Carpenter is an independent writer for FreightWave "The Playbook", TruckSafe Consulting, Motive, and other companies across the freight industry. He is an expert in accident analysis and safety compliance and spends most of his time as a rist control consultant. Rob is a CDL driver with all endorsements and spent over 2 decades behind the wheel of a truck. He is an adviser to the Department of Transportation and a National Safety Council driving instructor.