Abbreviation: DVIR
Driver Vehicle Inspection Report
A written report completed by a CDL driver before and after each trip documenting the vehicle's condition and any defects found.
Required under 49 CFR Part 396. Pre-trip inspection must be completed before each trip; post-trip after. Carriers must repair safety-affecting defects before the vehicle is used again. The driver must review the previous day's post-trip DVIR and sign it if defects were noted and repaired. DVIR records must be kept for 3 months.
Last updated: May 28, 2026