Violation code

392.2DL

Miscellaneous Drivers License Violation

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392.2DL is a Driver violation under 49 CFR §392.2DL. It is an out-of-service violation; it is not scored in the SMS. Nationally it was cited 35,996 times in the last five years, with an OOS rate of 9.1%.

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National roadside inspection stats

as of 6/20/2026

Inspections

35,248

that found this code

Violations

35,996

total written

OOS rate

9.1%

3,291 OOS

Source: FMCSA roadside inspection data (last 5 years). The OOS rate is the share of these violations that led the officer to mark the driver or vehicle out of service.

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Not used in SMS BASIC scoring

Recorded on your inspection report and visible on the PSP, but contributes 0 points to CSA BASIC scores — even if cited Out-of-Service.

Violation group: Driver
Regulation §: 392.2DL
Severity weight: N/A
Used in SMS: No
Status: Active
Updated: 6/20/2026

Last updated June 2026

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Challenging 392.2DL through FMCSA DataQs

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Relevant 49 CFR49 CFR § 392.2

Applicable operating rules

“Every commercial motor vehicle must be operated in accordance with the laws, ordinances, and regulations of the jurisdiction in which it is being operated. However, if a regulation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration imposes a higher standard of care than that law, ordinance, or regulation, the FMCSA regulation must be complied with.”

Common ways to challenge this code

Medical certificate was valid and on file
A valid medical examiner's certificate was in the driver's qualification file and was either not produced at roadside or not properly recognized.
Evidence that wins
- ✓Copy of the valid medical examiner's certificate
- ✓Driver qualification file index
- ✓National Registry verification printout
CDL class / endorsement was correct for the operation
The driver's CDL class and endorsements were correct for the vehicle and cargo being operated.
Evidence that wins
- ✓Copy of the valid CDL with endorsements
- ✓Vehicle registration showing GVWR/configuration
- ✓Bill of lading or shipping papers showing cargo

Common pitfalls — avoid these

⚠A medical certificate that expired the DAY of inspection still fails — there is no grace period

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Frequently asked questions about 392.2DL

What does violation 392.2DL mean?

392.2DL is the FMCSA roadside-inspection violation code for "Miscellaneous Drivers License Violation", part of the Driver group, cited under 49 CFR §392.2DL.

What BASIC does 392.2DL affect?

392.2DL is not scored in any CSA BASIC. It is recorded on the inspection report and appears on the PSP, but it contributes 0 points to a carrier's SMS BASIC percentiles.

Is 392.2DL an out-of-service (OOS) violation?

Yes. 392.2DL is an out-of-service violation, meaning the driver or vehicle can be placed out of service at the roadside until the issue is corrected. OOS violations also add an extra severity point in SMS scoring.

How many CSA points does 392.2DL add?

392.2DL adds 0 CSA points because it is not used in SMS scoring, even when written out of service.

Can 392.2DL be challenged through DataQs?

Yes. If you believe 392.2DL was recorded in error, you can file a Request for Data Review (RDR) through the FMCSA DataQs system with supporting evidence. A successful challenge can remove or correct the violation on your record.

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