Iowa troopers call out brake violations ahead of upcoming CVSA inspection blitz

Iowa troopers are encouraging truckers not to put off repairs after encountering a number of brake violations during recent inspections.

With the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week campaign set for August 23 — 29, 2026, the time has come for truckers to focus on maintenance and repairs in order to prepare for a possible inspection.

Ahead of the upcoming brake blitz, ISP’s Commercial Motor Vehicle Unit shared a look at equipment violations, including damaged brake hoses, encountered during recent inspections.

“Damaged brake hoses can create a serious safety risk. When damage is identified, always ensure the repair is completed properly,” troopers said.

Take a look at some of the equipment issues uncovered by ISP commercial vehicle inspectors below.

Follow this link for more on CVSA Brake Safety Week taking place throughout North America later this month.