Washington, D.C. — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has officially removed fourteen electronic logging device models from its list of registered ELDs. These devices have been moved to the agency’s Revoked Devices list after failing to satisfy the minimum technical requirements set forth in Title 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. The action effectively renders these units illegal for use in interstate commerce, forcing drivers and fleets to seek compliant alternatives immediately.

The ELD mandate has been in effect since 2017, requiring most commercial motor vehicle drivers to use certified devices to record hours of service. Compliance is not optional; it is a core component of FMCSA regulations designed to prevent driver fatigue and enhance road safety. When a device fails to meet the federal standard, it undermines the integrity of the entire hours-of-service system. The FMCSA has made clear that enforcement of these standards is non-negotiable, particularly for owner-operators and small fleets that may rely on lower-cost hardware solutions.

Among the devices struck from the registry are several models from Club ELD, including the Android-based PT30 ELD (Identifier: 01CLUB) and the iOS version PT30 (Identifier: 01CLUB). The revocation also includes the DENDRA INC SAFERLOGS unit (Model: PT30, Identifier: 3K7R8W) and the Egreen ELD (Model: EGREENELD1, Identifier: EGREE1). These specific model numbers and identifiers are critical for drivers to check against their current hardware. If a driver is operating with one of these revoked units, the device is no longer valid for recording duty status.

What This Means for Drivers

Drivers currently using any of the fourteen revoked devices must cease using them for hours-of-service recording. Continuing to operate with non-compliant hardware can result in out-of-service orders during roadside inspections, which carry significant fines and downtime costs. For a CDL-A driver or OTR truck driver, this means an immediate need to verify the compliance status of their ELD through the FMCSA’s online registry. Owner-operators bear the direct financial burden of purchasing a new, certified device to maintain operational legality. Fleet managers must audit their vehicle inventories to ensure no trucks are equipped with the affected models before the next inspection cycle.

Industry Reaction

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Administrator Derek Barrs emphasized that the agency enforces the standard fairly and firmly because safety depends on it. Barrs stated that meeting federal requirements is not optional and that any device falling short will be removed. This stance reflects the broader industry context where regulatory compliance is a prerequisite for staying in business. Trucking companies hiring new personnel are increasingly requiring proof of compliant equipment to avoid liability. The move signals a tightening of oversight on the ELD market, ensuring that only devices meeting rigorous data recording standards remain in circulation.

Key Points

• Fourteen ELD models have been revoked by the FMCSA for failing to meet 49 CFR Appendix A requirements.
• Specific revoked units include Club ELD PT30 (Android and iOS), DENDRA INC SAFERLOGS, and Egreen ELD.
• Drivers using these devices face out-of-service violations and fines during roadside inspections.
• The FMCSA advises all operators to verify their ELD status on the official registered device list.

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