If the ELD fails, what should the driver do to stay compliant?

If the ELD fails, what should the driver do to stay compliant?

• A. Continue using the device and hope it's fixed
• B. Do manual logs for the current day and the previous seven days
• C. Not log anything and wait for inspection
• D. Contact the dispatcher to fix the problem remotely

Answer: (B)

When an ELD fails, you must switch to manual records to stay compliant. Use paper logs to document your duty status for the current day and the previous seven days, filling in all required details (dates, times, location, vehicle info) and noting that the ELD malfunction occurred. This provides a verifiable hours-of-service history while the device is being repaired. Give the paper logs to your motor carrier and ensure the ELD is repaired or replaced within eight days, then resume using the ELD and transfer the data as required.

When an ELD fails, you must switch to manual records to stay compliant. Use paper logs to document your duty status for the current day and the previous seven days, filling in all required details (dates, times, location, vehicle info) and noting that the ELD malfunction occurred. This provides a verifiable hours-of-service history while the device is being repaired. Give the paper logs to your motor carrier and ensure the ELD is repaired or replaced within eight days, then resume using the ELD and transfer the data as required.