Are you new to the trucking industry and preparing for your first annual CVIP inspection? You might be wondering whatthe CVIP inspectors are looking for— The short answer: everything! To be road-certified in North America, all commercial vehicles must undergo annual commercial inspections as per the National Safety Code (NSC).
The registered owners of commercial vehicles like trucks or trailers are responsible for ensuring their fleets receive the necessary annual inspections. The owner’s responsibility, not the driver, is to ensure CVIP is completed.
Kingpin Trailers‘ auto body shops are certified inspection facilities with licensed technicians in the Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP). Keep reading to learn how to best prepare for your first CVIP inspection!
Common Failures in CVIP Inspections
CVIP Inspectors look at everything, including missing or expired safety equipment and missing or incomplete documentation (registration, insurance and inspection records). The mechanics will look for system issues like:
- Faulty Brakes: Brake issues include malfunctioning brake components, leaky brake lines, worn brake pads, insufficient brake fluid, etc.
- Electrical: Electrical issues include faulty wiring, blown fuses, malfunctioning battery connections, etc.
- Lighting: Lighting issues include broken or malfunctioning tail lights, headlights, brake lights, etc.
- Tires: Issues include damaged tires, bulges or cuts, tread depths below the legal limit, or uneven tire wear which indicates alignment problems.
- Suspension: Suspension issues are quite common for long-haul trucks and trailers. Issues include worn-out suspension components, broken springs, and damaged shock absorbers.
- Fluid System Leaks: Leaks found in fuel lines and tanks pose environmental threats and fire hazards. Oil, coolant, or hydraulic fluid leaks can indicate greater problems with the vehicle’s vital systems, such as the engine or transmission.
- And much more!
How can you prevent these common inspection failures? By staying on top of routine maintenance and complying with the yearly CVIP inspections in a certified facility like Kingpin Trailers.
Fully Stocked Parts Warehouse
Kingpin Trailers’ expansive parts warehouse doubles as the Canadian Parts Warehouse for Hyundai Translead proprietary parts. If you require parts for a Hyundai Translead, MAC Trailer or XL Specialized Trailers, Kingpin will surely have the needed parts.
We have an extended inventory of trailer parts for your convenience. If the part you’re searching for is out of stock, our team will order it on the same day. Kingpin Trailers uses the fastest delivery service in Western Canada, so you’ll have your missing part quickly.
Our extensive inventory includes products from:
- Ancra International
- Firestone
- Gabriel
- Goodyear
- Grote
- Hendrickson
- Holland / Neway
- Merritt
- Todco Doors
- Whiting Doors
- Truck Lite
Contact Us
Kingpin Trailers proudly offers full-service trailer solutions across Western Canada with locations in Alberta, British Columbia and Manitoba. We have licensed technicians in each province specializing in repairs, parts, certifications, mobile services, and more.
If you’re looking for a new CVIP-certified auto body shop or an authorized trailer dealer with top-quality parts and products, choose Kingpin Trailers! Get in touch with us today to learn more about our CVIP inspection services.
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