FMCSA BASIC14 codes
Driver Fitness Violation Codes
CDL, medical certificate, and driver qualification file violations under 49 CFR Parts 383 and 391 — the FMCSA Driver Fitness BASIC. Severity weight, OOS criteria, and prevention for each code.
- §383.23No CDL or improper classSev 4
- §383.91CDL class required for vehicle operatedSev 3
- §383.93CDL endorsements requiredSev 3
- §391.11Driver does not meet §391.11 qualificationsSev 3
- §391.11(b)Driver lacking valid CDLSev 8
- §391.15Allowing a disqualified driver to operate a CMVSev 8
- §391.21No or incomplete application for employmentSev 3
- §391.23Previous-employer investigation not madeSev 3
- §391.25Annual driving record inquiry and reviewSev 1
- §391.31Road test requiredSev 3
- §391.41(a)Driver lacking valid medical certificateSev 8
- §391.43Medical examination processSev 3
- §391.45Persons who must be medically examinedSev 3
- §391.51Driver qualification file incompleteSev 3
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