FMCSA Registered ELD List — What It Means and Why It Matters
If the ELD in your truck isn't on the FMCSA registered list, your logs aren't legal. Here's how the list works, why devices get revoked, and how to keep your fleet compliant.
How the FMCSA ELD list works
FMCSA doesn't test or certify ELDs itself. Providers self-certify that their device meets the technical spec in 49 CFR § 395.20, submit the paperwork, and get listed at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov/List. That listing is what makes an ELD legal for interstate commercial use.
If FMCSA finds a device doesn't meet the spec — through audits, roadside inspection data, or third-party complaints — the device gets revoked. Once revoked, fleets have 8 days to switch. Any HOS logs recorded on that device after revocation are invalid.
Why registration status matters
Roadside inspections
DOT officers look up your ELD on the FMCSA list in real time. A revoked device means an out-of-service violation.
DOT audits
Compliance audits will flag any HOS records generated on a revoked ELD. Those hours effectively don't exist for compliance purposes.
Driver protection
A registered ELD means the logs your drivers rely on for HOS compliance are legally defensible if they're challenged.
ELD Hub is FMCSA-registered
ELD Hub is on the official FMCSA registered ELD list. The PT-30 and IOSiX hardware we support are both registered. We monitor the registry for revocations and push compliance updates automatically so your device stays legal.
Verify on the FMCSA listFrequently asked questions
What is the FMCSA registered ELD list?
It's the official list of Electronic Logging Devices that ELD providers have self-certified to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. To be legal for interstate commercial use, the ELD in your truck must appear on this list — not just be marketed as 'FMCSA-compliant.'
What happens if my ELD gets revoked from the FMCSA list?
You have 8 days from FMCSA's revocation notice to switch to a registered ELD. Drivers can revert to paper logs in the interim. If you don't switch, roadside inspections will flag you as out-of-service and every log recorded on a revoked ELD is invalid for HOS purposes.
How do I check if my ELD is still on the FMCSA list?
Go to eld.fmcsa.dot.gov/List and search by ELD name or provider. The list is updated whenever a device is added, revoked, or changes status. Check it quarterly if you're not sure — some providers get revoked without much notice.
What's the difference between 'FMCSA-registered' and 'FMCSA-certified'?
There's no such thing as FMCSA-certified. FMCSA doesn't test or certify ELDs — providers self-certify against the technical spec and submit their device to be registered. If a company markets its ELD as 'FMCSA-certified,' that's a red flag: they're using language FMCSA doesn't use.
Is ELD Hub on the FMCSA registered ELD list?
Yes. ELD Hub is registered with FMCSA. The PT-30 and IOSiX hardware we support are both on the official list. We monitor the registry for revocations and push compliance updates automatically so your device stays legal.
What if my ELD provider goes out of business?
A dead ELD provider effectively means a revoked ELD — no one is maintaining the firmware, no one is pushing compliance updates, and the FMCSA registration will eventually be withdrawn. If you're seeing signs (missed updates, no support response), start shopping for a replacement now.