The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has added eight electronic logging devices (ELDs) from Gorilla Fleet Safety to its Revoked Devices list. Motor carriers are urged to stop using these devices immediately.
Why Were These ELDs Revoked?
According to the FMCSA, these devices failed to meet the minimum requirements outlined in their functional specification regulations. Gorilla Fleet Safety later confirmed they had self-revoked the registrations for all eight devices in December, citing that the devices were unsupported legacy applications.
Here’s the list of revoked devices, effective May 12:
- AllwaysTrack
- Command Alkon Trackit
- ELDX
- Gorilla Safety Compact ELD
- HCSS ELD
- LB Technologies FleetTrack HOS
- Simplex ELD 2GO
- Trucker Path ELD Pro
Next Steps for Carriers and Drivers
Drivers and carriers currently using any of these devices must replace them with compliant ELDs by July 11, 2025. Until then, FMCSA has provided the following guidance:
- Revert to paper logs or logging software to maintain accurate hours-of-service (HOS) records while making the transition.
- Inspectors are advised not to issue violations for “No record of duty status” or “Failing to use a registered ELD” before the replacement deadline. Instead, they may review paper logs, logging software, or data from the revoked ELD as backup documentation.
Consequences After July 11
After July 11, drivers and carriers who continue to use these revoked devices will face significant penalties:
- They will be considered as operating without an ELD, in violation of FMCSA guidelines (395.8(a)(1)).
- This can lead to out-of-service (OOS) orders as dictated by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) criteria.
Will the Revoked Devices Return?
The FMCSA noted that the devices could be reinstated on its registered list if Gorilla Fleet Safety resolves the issues. However, the company’s statement regarding self-revocation indicates that updates are unlikely.
To remain compliant and avoid disruptions, motor carriers should act swiftly to transition to FMCSA-approved devices.
Source: Overdrive
