DOT Inspection in Lincoln, NE
Federal DOT inspections to keep your fleet compliant and on the road.
Call (402) 409-1984Federal law (FMCSA 49 CFR §396.17) requires an annual inspection for every commercial motor vehicle. Our FMCSA-certified technicians perform thorough DOT annual inspections covering all 17 major systems defined in 49 CFR Part 396, Appendix G — keeping your fleet compliant, your drivers legal, and your CSA score clean. A current inspection dramatically reduces out-of-service risk during FMCSA Level I roadside checks.
What We Service
- FMCSA-compliant annual inspection per 49 CFR §396.17
- Brake system: adjustment, lining condition, drums, and full air system check
- Steering: tie rods, drag links, king pins, and play limits
- Tires: tread depth, sidewall condition, and inflation pressure
- Lighting: all required lamps, reflectors, and visibility requirements
- Coupling devices: fifth wheel, kingpin, drawbar, and safety chains
- Frame and body: cracks, corrosion, and structural integrity
- Emergency equipment: triangles, fire extinguisher, and spare fuses
- DOT inspection sticker and pass/fail report issued upon completion
Drivers are required by federal regulation to carry the current annual inspection report in the cab. Failing a roadside Level I inspection can result in immediate out-of-service orders, driver fines, and CSA score damage. We also perform pre-purchase inspections for used commercial trucks and trailers — call before you buy.