Two ELDs removed from FMCSA’s list

**Update**

The FMCSA has reinstated the BLUE STAR ELD to the list of registered ELDs as of May 23, 2024. BLUE STAR ELDs are compliant devices and carriers can continue using them.

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Two devices were recently removed from the FMCSA’s list of registered electronic logging devices (ELDs):

• BLUE STAR ELD, and
• ELD MANDATE PLUS.

Due to a failure to meet the minimum requirements of 49 CFR 395, subpart B, appendix A, the FMCSA has moved these devices to its “revoked devices” list as of May 21, 2024.

Many ELD providers remove their devices from the list voluntarily, but the FMCSA has the authority to remove any ELD that does not comply with regulations.

Next steps for commercial carriers

Commercial carriers who use these BLUE STAR or ELD MANDATE PLUS devices must replace them with compliant ELDs before July 20, 2024, and:

1. Stop using the two revoked devices,
2. Switch to paper logs/logging software until compliant hardware is installed, and
3. Look out for notice from FMCSA if these devices become compliant again.

ELD providers who correct device deficiencies are placed back on the list of registered devices, and FMCSA informs the industry when revoked devices are compliant again.

ELD compliance standards

During the 60-day replacement period, the FMCSA has instructed safety officials to review affected drivers’ hours-of-service data using logging software, paper logs, or the ELD display.

After July 20, 2024, any motor carrier that continues to use the revoked BLUE STAR or ELD MANDATE PLUS devices will be considered operating without an ELD. Drivers will be placed out of service and cited for “No record of duty status” (395.8(a)(1)).

Review the full list of registered devices at https://eld.fmcsa.dot.gov/List.