National BASIC alert counts, clear for carriers
We track FMCSA BASIC alert data from the August 28, 2026 vintage, updated September 8, so you get a current read on national compliance trends.
Seven BASIC categories, one clear snapshot
These national counts show where carriers struggle most. Use them to set loss-control priorities and target underwriting reviews where they matter.
29%
Vehicle maintenance
The most common BASIC alert across all carriers. A clear first stop for loss control.
22%
HOS compliance
Hours-of-service violations affect nearly one in four alerted carriers.
18%
Unsafe driving
Speeding and reckless operation remain a persistent national issue.
16%
Driver fitness
Qualification and licensing problems flag a meaningful share of carriers.
Most carriers fix the wrong thing first
Answers on how BASIC categories overlap and what that means for your compliance plan.
No. Across the national dataset, 87,406 alerts spread across 64,533 unique carriers, so many fleets carry more than one active alert at a time.
Where the alerts actually cluster
FMCSA organizes oversight into four service centers. Each one carries a different share of the carrier population, and the Southern region leads the count for operators in Atlanta and nearby states.
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Check how we source this data
These figures cover the latest FMCSA SMS update as of January 2026, counting carriers with recent activity. Percentages reflect active carriers, giving you a reliable baseline for your own compliance position.