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FMCSA Violation Code

392.2-SLLS2 — State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit

49 CFR 392 • Unsafe Driving BASIC • Severity 4/10

Driver citation CSA weight 4
Minor
Code
392.2-SLLS2
CFR section
49 CFR 392
BASIC
Unsafe Driving
Severity
4/10
Out-of-Service
No
Unit type
Driver

What this violation means

This is the single most-cited driver violation in FMCSA roadside inspections, year after year. It means the driver was clocked 6-10 mph over the posted speed limit. The CFR cite (392.2) just says drivers must obey state and local traffic laws — the specific speed bucket is the SLLS2 suffix. Even though it's a 'minor' speeding ticket in many states, it adds 4 SMS points to the carrier's Unsafe Driving BASIC and shows on PSP for 3 years (driver) and CSA for 24 months (carrier).

How often this is cited (last 24 months)

In the last 24 months, 392.2-SLLS2 was cited 96,285 times at roadside inspections against 50,919 carriers, and under 0.1% of those citations were out-of-service violations. It ranks #2 among the violation codes in our records by citation count. Most recent citation on record: Nov 11, 2026.

Why this gets cited

Following GPS routes that don't reflect posted local limits, work zones with reduced limits, mountain-pass downhill speed creep on Class 8 rigs without engine brake engaged, and pressure to meet tight delivery windows. Some carriers see this code spike after dispatching loads with unrealistic ETAs.

How to fix / prevent

Install speed-limiter ECM settings (most modern Class 8s allow capping at 65-68 mph fleet-wide). Use Drivewyze or similar for upcoming school-zone/work-zone alerts. For owner-operators: build a 5-mph buffer below limit into your routine. Don't fight the citation if photo radar — fight if you have dashcam evidence the radar gun was misaimed or limit was incorrectly posted.

Out-of-service criteria

No — this violation is not typically out-of-service eligible. The inspector will note 392.2-SLLS2 on the inspection report (form MCS-63), but the truck/driver can usually continue after the inspection ends. It still counts against the carrier in CSA scoring (severity 4/10 weight, time-weighted over 24 months) and shows on the driver's PSP record. A pattern of these non-OOS violations across multiple inspections is what triggers FMCSA intervention — a single citation rarely does.

CSA / SMS impact

392.2-SLLS2 carries a severity weight of 4/10 in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). Higher weights mean faster CSA percentile movement. Combined with a time-weighting factor (2× for citations within the last 6 months, decaying over 24 months), this violation can move your Unsafe Driving BASIC percentile significantly if it stacks with similar citations across your fleet. The threshold for FMCSA intervention is the 65th percentile for most BASICs (50th for Hazmat and Passenger Carrier). Once you cross that, FMCSA can send a Warning Letter, Off-Site Investigation, or full Compliance Review.

How to read this: a single citation rarely puts you over threshold — it's the pattern. Track your inspection rate per power unit and aim for OOS rate under 5% (industry average is 21%).

Carriers recently cited (last 24 months)

Carriers most-recently cited for 392.2-SLLS2 in FMCSA inspection records (rolling 24-month window).

  • FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION
    DOT #86876 • last cited 2026-11-11
    573×
  • UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC
    DOT #21800 • last cited 2026-11-10
    466×
  • J B HUNT TRANSPORT INC
    DOT #80806 • last cited 2026-11-12
    357×
  • NEW PRIME INC
    DOT #3706 • last cited 2026-11-09
    248×
  • SCHNEIDER NATIONAL CARRIERS INC
    DOT #264184 • last cited 2026-11-11
    211×
  • WERNER ENTERPRISES INC
    DOT #53467 • last cited 2026-11-06
    196×
  • CRETE CARRIER CORPORATION
    DOT #73705 • last cited 2026-11-09
    177×
  • SWIFT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY OF ARIZONA LLC
    DOT #54283 • last cited 2026-11-06
    173×
  • WAL-MART TRANSPORTATION LLC
    DOT #63585 • last cited 2026-11-07
    151×
  • GREENWOOD MOTOR LINES INC
    DOT #63391 • last cited 2026-11-05
    147×
Other violations in Unsafe Driving
392.2-SLLS4Sev 10
State/local laws — Speeding 15+ mph over limit
392.80ASev 10
Driving a CMV while texting
392.82A1Sev 10
Using a hand-held mobile phone while operating a CMV
392.16Sev 7
Failing to use seat belt while operating CMV
392.2-SLLS3Sev 7
State/local laws — Speeding 11-14 mph over limit
392.9A1OOS
Failure to secure load (driver-side responsibility)
392.10Sev 5
Failed to stop at railroad grade crossing (certain vehicles)
392.14Sev 5
Failure to use extreme caution in hazardous conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I be placed out of service for 392.2-SLLS2?
No — 392.2-SLLS2 is not on the standard OOS criteria for most inspectors. You'll be cited on the inspection report (MCS-63), the violation will hit your CSA scores, and the driver's PSP record, but you can usually continue the trip after the inspection wraps. Caveat: an inspector has discretion to escalate to OOS if they observe a separate, more serious condition during the same inspection. If they find 392.2-SLLS2 plus a brake violation, they're putting you OOS for the brake issue, not this one.
How long does 392.2-SLLS2 affect my CSA score?
392.2-SLLS2 stays in your CSA Unsafe Driving BASIC for <strong>24 months</strong> from the inspection date. The impact is time-weighted: 3× points during months 0-6, 2× during months 7-12, 1× during months 13-24, then it drops off. Severity weight is 4/10, so each citation contributes 12 points in the first 6 months and decays from there. On the driver's PSP report, the same citation stays visible for <strong>36 months</strong> — and a 5-year history of driver violations is available to motor carriers performing a hire review. If the citation is later dismissed in court (DataQs challenge succeeds, or the underlying ticket is dropped), the SMS record can be removed via FMCSA's DataQs portal — but you have to actively file the challenge.
What's the difference between 392.2-SLLS2 and similar codes?
392.2-SLLS2 is in the 8-code group sharing the same BASIC. The closest siblings are: <strong>392.2-SLLS4</strong> (State/local laws — Speeding 15+ mph over limit); <strong>392.80A</strong> (Driving a CMV while texting); <strong>392.82A1</strong> (Using a hand-held mobile phone while operating a CMV). Inspectors often cite multiple sibling codes from the same inspection — for example, a tire condition violation can simultaneously trigger codes for tread depth, sidewall, and inflation pressure. When you get cited under one sibling, check the report for the others before signing — they all count separately against CSA scoring.
How often is 392.2-SLLS2 cited?
In the last 24 months, 392.2-SLLS2 was cited 96,285 times at roadside inspections against 50,919 carriers, and under 0.1% of those citations were out-of-service violations. It ranks #2 among the violation codes in our records by citation count. Most recent citation on record: Nov 11, 2026.

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