The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has officially added nine electronic logging devices to its revoked list, giving motor carriers 60 days to replace them or face enforcement action. The FMCSA revoked ELDs on February 12 after determining that the devices failed to meet federal technical standards outlined in Title 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395.
The action affects the following devices:
- GTS ELD
- UTruckin
- ELD365 ELOG
- Ironman ELD
- Factor ELD
- Four versions of AirELD
According to FMCSA, these devices did not comply with minimum federal requirements for electronic logging systems. As a result, they were removed from the agency’s list of registered ELDs.
What This Means for Motor Carriers
Motor carriers using any of the revoked ELDs now have 60 days from February 12 to install compliant devices. That means the replacement deadline is April 14.
Until April 14, drivers may continue using the revoked devices. However, after that date, enforcement becomes strict.
Beginning April 14:
- Carriers using revoked ELDs will be considered operating without a compliant ELD.
- Drivers found using a revoked device during a roadside inspection will be placed out of service (OOS).
An out-of-service violation can disrupt operations, delay loads, and negatively affect safety scores. Therefore, carriers should not wait until the last minute to switch devices.
Can Revoked Devices Be Reinstated?
FMCSA stated that if ELD providers correct all identified deficiencies, the agency may restore the device to the registered list. However, until that happens, the devices remain noncompliant.
Carriers should monitor FMCSA updates closely. Even so, the safest move is to begin replacing affected ELDs immediately rather than risking enforcement penalties.
Why FMCSA Revoked ELDs
Electronic logging devices must meet strict federal performance and data standards. These rules ensure accurate hours-of-service tracking and prevent log falsification. When devices fail to meet those requirements, FMCSA can revoke them to protect safety compliance.
This latest enforcement move highlights the agency’s continued scrutiny of ELD certification and compliance. In recent years, FMCSA has taken additional steps to tighten oversight of devices that do not fully meet technical specifications.
What Carriers Should Do Now
If your fleet uses one of the FMCSA revoked ELDs listed above:
- Confirm whether your device is affected.
- Begin researching compliant alternatives.
- Schedule installation before April 14.
- Train drivers on the new system to avoid confusion at inspections.
Waiting could result in drivers being placed out of service, which directly impacts revenue and operations.
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