Tennessee troopers provide a peek at ‘multiple critical safety violations’ discovered during commercial vehicle inspection
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recently issued an out-of-service order after a commercial vehicle inspection uncovered several serious safety violations.
On March 23, 2026, THP shared results from a recent Level I inspection performed by a Motor Carrier Plus East Region Trooper.
During the inspection, the trooper found the following defects:
- Deflated air suspension on the trailer
- An audible air leak at the glad hand connection fitting
- An audible air leak on axle 2 driver side brake chamber
- The air reservoir separated from its mounting point
- A leaking differential
THP said that the trailer was placed out-of-service due to the severity of the equipment defects and the risks that the vehicle posed to the motoring public.
“Routine inspections like this help prevent potential crashes and mechanical failures, keeping Tennessee’s roadways safe for everyone. Great work by our MC+ East Region Trooper for staying vigilant and committed to commercial vehicle safety,” THP said.