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Enhanced CMV Inspection Standard - Section 8.5 (Frame)

Entry DateMarch 20, 2026
Issue Number26-038-EIM
NameRichard Russell
AgencyTorc Robotics Inc.
Address405 Partnership DriveBlacksburg, Va, 24060United StatesMap It (opens in a new tab)
Phone(540)521-7042
Email[email protected]
CommitteeEnforcement and Industry Modernization Committee
StatusClosed
Summary of Issue

The regulations require any modification, welding, drilling of holes, or repair of the frame to be done in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. This defect is not currently in the enhanced standard and should be added to Section 8.5.

Justification or Need

The Enhanced CMV Inspection Standard needs to include any defect of the regulations to ensure the vehicle is not placed on the road in a condition that there would be a violation on a roadside inspection.

Request for Action

Add an in-transit defect to the Enhanced CMV Inspection Standard for any modification, welding, drilling of holes, or repair to the frame that is not in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. The Periodic CMV Standard should also be updated to reflect the same conditions.