5 ELDs removed from FMCSA’s list

Next steps for commercial carriers

Commercial carriers and drivers who use the above-listed devices must stop using the devices and switch to paper logs or logging software to record their hours of service.

In addition, before December 16, 2025, they must replace the devices with ELDs listed on the FMCSA’s ELD registry and begin using those compliant devices.

ELD providers who correct device deficiencies can be placed back on the list of registered devices, and FMCSA informs the industry when revoked devices are compliant again.

ELD compliance standards

During the 60-day replacement period, the FMCSA has instructed safety officials to review affected drivers’ hours-of-service data using logging software, paper logs, or the ELD display.

After December 16, 2025, any motor carrier that continues to use the revoked devices will be considered operating without an ELD. Drivers will be placed out of service and cited for “No record of duty status” (395.8(a)(1)).

Review the full list of registered devices at https://eld.fmcsa.dot.gov/List.

An upward trend

Up to this point, 64 ELD devices have been removed from the registered list between 2019–2025, with the number of removals growing each year. During 2019–2021 there were no ELD removals, but starting in 2022 that number started climbing each year.

According to data from the FMCSA, there were:

• 2 removals in 2022,
• 16 removals in 2023,
• 21 removals in 2024, and
• 25 removals in 2025, so far.

This upward trend suggests the FMCSA is paying more attention to ELD compliance, meaning it’s more important than ever to make sure your devices are compliant and functional.