CVSA releases 2025 International Roadcheck results to highlight safety compliance trends
Key takeaways
- 81.6% of vehicles and 94.1% of drivers passed CVSA Roadcheck.
- Tire, brake, and lighting violations remain top vehicle OOS issues.
- Regular inspections, accurate RODS, and proactive fleet checks reduce downtime and improve safety.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recently announced the results of the 2025 International Roadcheck, a 72-hour inspection and enforcement initiative held from May 13–15. 56,178 inspections were conducted during this period. Of these, 81.6% of vehicles and 94.1% of drivers did not have any out-of-service (OOS) violations.
The focus areas for this year's Roadcheck were tires and false records of duty status (RODS). Inspectors identified 2,899 tire-related OOS violations, accounting for 21.4% of all vehicle OOS violations. Additionally, 332 driver OOS violations were due to false RODS, comprising 10% of all driver OOS violations.
Vehicle violations were led by tire-related issues, followed by brake system deficiencies and lighting/electrical problems. Brake violations made up the next largest category, emphasizing the critical role of regular inspections and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles on the road safely.
In total, 16,521 CVSA decals were issued to compliant vehicles, including 11,411 power units, 5,043 trailers, and 67 buses/motorcoaches. These decals signify that the vehicles passed a Level I or V inspection without critical violations.
The CVSA emphasizes the importance of regular maintenance and accurate record-keeping to ensure safety and compliance on the road. Motor carriers and drivers are encouraged to review inspection criteria and address potential issues proactively.
