DVIR Driver Vehicle Inspection Report form template
A driver vehicle inspection report keeps a clear record of a commercial vehicle check. This DVIR form brings the vehicle identification, pre-trip or post-trip findings, reported defects and repair certification into one inspection record.
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DVIR Driver Vehicle Inspection Report
MM/DD/YYYY
Visit details
Site / customer
Street address
ZIP code
Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
Time
Inspector / technician name
Contact phone
Vehicle and trip
Truck / trailer identifier
License plate
Odometer (miles)
Inspection
□ Pre-trip □ Post-trip
Walkaround and repairs
Vehicle checks
- Lights and reflectors□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Tires and wheels□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Wheel fasteners□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Mirrors□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Wipers and washers□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Brakes□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Horn□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Fluid leaks□ Yes □ No □ N/A
- Bodywork and load security□ Yes □ No □ N/A
Repair certification / action taken
Repairer name
Repair certification signature
Driver review of repair
□ Reviewed □ Further action needed
Findings and sign-off
Defects, corrective action and follow-up
Inspection photos
Inspector signature
Customer / supervisor signature
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Who uses this form
Drivers, fleet supervisors and maintenance teams can use this form to record a walkaround without losing handwritten notes. It is a record of the inspection, not a vehicle dispatch tool or a decision about whether a vehicle is legally safe to operate.
What to record
Start with the truck or trailer identifier and mileage. Work through lights, tires, wheels, mirrors, wipers, brakes and visible damage. Describe each defect precisely enough for the repairer to find it. Keep repair certification and driver acknowledgment separate from the original findings.
A clear record, on paper or on your phone
Download the blank US Letter PDF if you prefer a paper checklist. Date fields are labeled MM/DD/YYYY, and each reading includes its unit. On a phone, start with the same form and review the questions before using it on a real visit. You can edit your copy to match the equipment, location and procedures you actually use. Keep observations specific: a short note describing what you saw is more useful than a vague statement that everything was checked.
Photos, signatures and a readable PDF
Add photos that show the item and the relevant finding clearly. Photo stamps can retain the capture time and location when permission is granted. Record corrective action alongside the observation, then obtain the appropriate signature. Open the form online first to prepare it for offline work; saved work syncs when you reconnect with the app open. Free PDFs use Classic style and the JobForms badge. Paid plans add branding, automatic customer emails and all four PDF styles.
Check the requirements that apply
FMCSA inspection-report requirements depend on the vehicle and operation; not every no-defect property-carrying inspection needs a written post-trip report. Use pre-trip and post-trip checks as appropriate, note defects, certify repairs where required and obtain driver sign-off. Check current requirements with FMCSA.
Questions and answers
Can I print this form without signing up?
Yes. Download the free blank US Letter PDF. Dates are labeled MM/DD/YYYY and readings use the units shown on the form.
Can I fill this form on my phone?
Yes. Use the phone button to make an editable copy. Add notes, photos and signatures, save work offline after opening it online, then download a PDF.
Does this form guarantee compliance?
No. FMCSA inspection-report requirements depend on the vehicle and operation; not every no-defect property-carrying inspection needs a written post-trip report. Use pre-trip and post-trip checks as appropriate, note defects, certify repairs where required and obtain driver sign-off. Check current requirements with FMCSA.
General guidance, not legal advice. Check current requirements with the relevant agency.
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