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Greeley, CO · DOT Compliance
DOT Inspections
Up To Class 7 & Trailers
Federal annual inspections for commercial trucks and trailers, run against the full FMCSA checklist, with most failures repaired before the truck leaves.
Where can I get a DOT inspection in Greeley?
Truck City Service performs federal DOT annual inspections at 1415 1st Ave in Greeley, CO, on commercial vehicles up to Class 7 and on all trailers except semi-trailers. We run the full checklist in 49 CFR Part 396, Appendix A, and repair most failures the same visit. Open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
One Visit For The Inspection And The Repair
Federal rules let a commercial garage perform your annual inspection as your agent, as long as it has the right facilities and employs qualified inspectors. That is what we are. Because we are also a full repair shop, most failures get fixed before the truck leaves the building.
“Most of what we find on inspection day is fixable that same day. A worn brake line, a lighting fault, a loose pintle hook. Finding it here beats finding it at a roadside inspection with a load on.”
David, General Manager, Truck City Service, Greeley CO
When an inspection turns into real work, our brake and tire technicians are in the same building. For operators running several vehicles, our fleet management program tracks each unit’s inspection date so nothing lapses.
What The Federal Inspection Covers
These are the 15 categories in 49 CFR Part 396, Appendix A, the federal minimum periodic inspection standard. Colorado enforces the federal rules rather than a separate state checklist. Not every category applies to every vehicle, and we inspect the ones that apply to yours.
Brake System
Service and parking brakes, drums and rotors, hoses and tubing, air or hydraulic systems, ABS, and adjuster limits.
Coupling Devices
Pintle hooks, drawbar eyes and tongues, safety chains and cables, and saddle-mounts. Semi-trailer fifth wheels fall outside our scope.
Exhaust System
Leaks forward of or below the cab, plus routing that could damage wiring, fuel lines, or combustible parts.
Fuel System
Visible leaks, a missing filler cap, and tanks not securely mounted to the vehicle.
Lighting Devices
Every lamp and reflector required under Part 393 has to be operable.
Safe Loading
Load and spare tire securement, protection against shifting cargo, and container securement on intermodal equipment.
Steering Mechanism
Wheel free play against the federal table, column, gear box, pitman arm, ball and socket joints, tie rods, and drag links.
Suspension
Axle positioning parts, leaf and coil spring assemblies, torsion bars, air suspension leaks, and tracking components.
Frame
Cracked, broken, loose, or sagging members, missing fasteners, and tire-to-frame clearance.
Tires
4/32 in. minimum on steer tires, 2/32 in. everywhere else, plus separation, exposed belt material, and load limits.
Wheels & Rims
Cracks, elongated bolt holes, lock and side rings, fasteners, and welds.
Windshield Glazing
Cracks, discoloration, and anything else that reduces vision in the regulated area.
Windshield Wipers
Inoperative wipers or missing and damaged parts that make them ineffective.
Motorcoach Seats
Passenger seats secured to the vehicle structure. This category applies to passenger-carrying vehicles only.
Rear Impact Guard
Required on trailers and semitrailers of 10,001 lbs. or more built after January 26, 1998, and on most other commercial vehicles. Mounting, height, and width all get measured.
The Numbers That Govern Your Inspection
| Requirement | Federal Spec | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection cycle | Every 12 months | Each component has to have passed within the preceding 12 months before the vehicle is used. |
| Proof on the vehicle | 4 data points, carried on board | The report or decal must show the inspection date, carrier name and address, vehicle identification, and a certification. |
| Steer tire tread | 4/32 in. minimum | Below this the tire fails the inspection outright. |
| All other tire positions | 2/32 in. minimum | Applies to drive and trailer positions on the vehicle. |
| Combination vehicles | 1 inspection per unit | A truck and trailer are 2 inspections, not one, and a converter dolly counts as its own unit. |
Specifications above are from 49 CFR Part 396 and Appendix A. This page is general guidance, not legal advice. Your obligations depend on how your vehicles are operated, so call us or check with FMCSA if you’re unsure what applies.
Signs You’re Due For A DOT Inspection
- It’s been close to 12 months since the last one.
- The decal or report isn’t on the vehicle where a roadside officer would look.
- You’ve added a truck or trailer and haven’t inspected it yet.
- A driver has flagged a brake, lighting, or coupling issue.
- You want any failures repaired the same visit.
- You need documentation in order before an audit.
What Greeley Fleets Say
“I always use Truck City because I know they are going to do a thorough job and pay attention to the details. They work with my insurance company and they have great customer service. This time, I worked with Tyler A. and it was not an easy fix or easy claim, but he stayed on top of it and got everything done.”
“The technicians/mechanics were very thorough which made me feel confident in their work. I will definitely use them for all future automotive work needed for my personal and company vehicles.”
“From scheduling an appointment over the phone, to dropping my vehicle off, to the time it took their team to run a full diagnostic and complete all repairs was time and cost effective!”
Common Questions
How often do I need a DOT inspection?
What size vehicles do you inspect?
Do you inspect trailers?
Is this a Colorado inspection or a federal one?
Can a repair shop perform my annual inspection?
Can you repair failures the same day?
What happens if my vehicle fails?
Do you serve fleets outside Greeley?
Find Us In Greeley
1415 1st Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
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Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
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Due For A DOT Inspection?
Get it inspected and repaired in one stop, before a roadside officer finds it first.