FMCSA Updates Maintenance Rules: Tire Logging Scrapped - Commercial Carrier Journal
FMCSA has eliminated the requirement to log tire maintenance in driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs), reducing paperwork for motor carriers.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on July 22, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. All motor carriers subject to FMCSA regulations, especially owner-operators and small fleets. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately upon rule effective date (check FMCSA for exact date).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Tire logging is no longer required in DVIRs; carriers may still choose to document tire issues voluntarily.
Who it affects
All motor carriers subject to FMCSA regulations, especially owner-operators and small fleets.
What you must do
Update DVIR procedures and forms to remove tire logging requirement; ensure drivers are informed.
Deadline
Immediately upon rule effective date (check FMCSA for exact date).
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