DOT Inspections
Ensure Your Fleet Is Compliant and Safe
Schedule a periodic commercial vehicle inspection at our Carol Stream shop and discuss the requirements for your equipment.
DOT Inspection Services
Periodic Vehicle Inspections
Complete Inspection Coverage
- Brake systems (service, parking, and emergency brakes)
- Steering system and suspension components
- Tires, wheels, and rims inspection
- Lighting systems and electrical components
- Fuel system and tank security
- Exhaust system condition
- Frame, cargo securement, and coupling devices
Why Choose Our DOT Inspections?
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FMCSA Certified
Our inspectors meet FMCSA requirements to perform official DOT annual inspections for commercial vehicles.
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Same-Day Service
Most inspections completed within 2-3 hours to minimize your downtime and keep your operation moving.
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Violation Repairs
If issues are found, our shop can perform most repairs immediately to bring your vehicle into compliance.
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Digital Documentation
Get inspection reports and certificates emailed or printed for your maintenance records and audits.
Prepare for a Periodic Vehicle Inspection
Provide the vehicle identification, current inspection records, and any known defects when scheduling. Trucks and trailers need to be identified separately. Describe the operation so the applicable inspection scope can be discussed; a shop inspection is not the same activity as a roadside enforcement inspection or a carrier compliance audit.
An inspection records the condition at the time of examination. It does not guarantee compliance for the following year or remove the need for maintenance and response to later defects. Ask how findings, required repairs, and the inspection documentation will be handled before pickup.
- VIN and unit identification for each vehicle
- Existing inspection paperwork and due dates
- Known defects and repair authorization contact
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Periodic Inspection the Same as a Roadside Inspection?
How Often Is a Periodic Inspection Required?
Does Passing Cover the Vehicle for the Entire Year?
Plan Your Vehicle Inspection
Schedule the inspection, bring your records, and discuss any known defects before the appointment.
Inspection Requirements and Records
Review FMCSA’s inspection, repair, and maintenance guidance for the applicable federal requirements. Keep inspection documentation with the appropriate vehicle record and discuss additional requirements with the responsible person in your operation.