2025 CVSA International Roadcheck Results: What Can Carriers Learn from the Blitz?

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has released the results from the 2025 International Roadcheck, the largest targeted commercial vehicle enforcement program in the world. Conducted May 13-15 across North America, this 72-hour inspection blitz provides valuable insights into industry compliance trends and highlights areas where carriers need to focus on their maintenance and training efforts.

Roadcheck Inspections by the Numbers

During the three-day enforcement period, CVSA-certified inspectors conducted 56,178 commercial motor vehicle, driver, and cargo inspections across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

The good news? Most of the industry is getting it right. A strong 81.6% of vehicles and an impressive 94.1% of drivers inspected had no out-of-service violations. However, inspectors still discovered 13,553 vehicle violations, 3,317 driver violations, and 177 hazardous materials/dangerous goods violations that resulted in vehicles and drivers being placed out of service.

The vehicle out-of-service rate stood at 18.1%, while the driver out-of-service rate was 5.9%. This means 10,148 commercial motor vehicles and 3,342 drivers were restricted from continuing work until violations were corrected. Additionally, 16,521 CVSA decals were affixed to compliant power units, trailers, and motorcoaches.

2025 Roadcheck Focus Areas: Tires and Logs

Each year, the International Roadcheck emphasizes specific violation categories. For 2025, the spotlight was on tires for vehicle violations and false records of duty status (RODS) for driver violations.

Tire Violations

Inspectors identified 2,899 tire-related out-of-service violations, making tires the second most-cited vehicle violation after brake systems. Tire violations accounted for 21.4% of all vehicle out-of-service violations. Common issues included flat tires, insufficient tread depth, severe cuts exposing cord ply, bulges, improper repairs, and tires not rated for the load or highway use.

False RODS

Over 1,400 driver out-of-service violations involved hours-of-service issues, including falsified logs. This serious offense attempts to conceal actual driving or on-duty hours and remains a persistent compliance issue in the industry.

Other Notable Violations

During the inspection period, 726 seat belt violations were issued. For hazardous materials violations, loading issues topped the list with 51 out-of-service violations, accounting for 28.8% of all hazardous materials/dangerous goods out-of-service violations.

The bottom line? Maintenance and compliance pay off.

For carriers operating in today’s competitive market, the Roadcheck results underscore a critical business reality: Proactive maintenance and compliance aren’t just about safety—they’re about profitability.

Every out-of-service violation means immediate downtime. A truck sidelined for tire issues or brake problems isn’t generating revenue. A driver placed out of service for hours-of-service log violations creates scheduling nightmares. These interruptions ripple through operations, affecting delivery schedules, customer and broker relationships, and your bottom line.

On the other hand, the 81.6% of vehicles that passed inspection demonstrate that compliance is achievable. These carriers invested in regular preventive maintenance, thorough pre-trip inspections, quality tire management programs, and proper driver training. Their reward? No surprise downtime, no service interruptions, and a CVSA decal that can help reduce the likelihood of future inspections.

The Importance of Staying Ahead of Compliance

Smart carriers will treat these Roadcheck results like a roadmap for their maintenance and training programs. Focus on the most common violations: establish rigorous tire inspection protocols, invest in quality tires rated for your operations, maintain meticulous brake system checks, and ensure drivers understand the serious consequences of log falsification.

Regular vehicle inspections, accurate record-keeping, and addressing potential issues before they become violations aren’t just regulatory requirements—they’re sound business practices that keep trucks moving and revenue flowing, even after a random roadside inspection. In an industry where margins are tight and competition is fierce, carriers who prioritize maintenance and compliance gain a significant competitive advantage.

The takeaway from 2025 International Roadcheck is clear: The carriers staying on the road are those who never let compliance take a back seat to operations. When safety and profitability align, everyone wins.

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