Here are the top 10 commercial motor vehicle violations in California, based on data from the California Highway Patrol:
1. Hours of Service Violations
This includes violations related to driver logs, duty status, and hours of service limitations.
2. Brake Violations
This includes violations related to brake system components, such as brake linings, pads, drums, and rotors.
3. Lighting Violations
This includes violations related to the lighting systems on commercial vehicles, such as headlights, taillights, and turn signals.
4. Tires and Wheels Violations
This includes violations related to tire condition and pressure and violations related to wheel fasteners and rims.
5. Suspension and Steering Violations
This includes violations related to suspension components, such as springs and shocks, as well as violations related to steering components.
6. Driver License Violations
This includes violations related to driver’s licenses, such as not having the appropriate license class or endorsements.
7. Load Securement Violations
This includes violations related to how cargo is secured on the commercial vehicle, such as using inadequate or improperly secured tie-downs.
8. Hazardous Materials Violations
This includes violations related to the transportation of hazardous materials, such as not having the proper placards or not following proper procedures.
9. Seat Belt Violations
This includes violations related to the use of seat belts by drivers and passengers.
10. Equipment Maintenance Violations
This includes violations related to the maintenance and repair of commercial vehicles, such as not keeping up with required inspections and repairs.
It’s important to note that these rankings can vary depending on the time frame and when the most current or comprehensive data available is published.
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