Vehicle Inspection Report

• Four-axle power units (For extralegal weight permits only).
• Power units that exceed 20,000 pounds on the steering axle.
• Fixed-load vehicles, including cranes, self-propelled units, and trailer-mounted equipment.
• Heavy haul combinations routed as a "9-axle" or greater.
• Vehicles with a mechanical distribution units (MDU).
• Vehicle combinations where a problem with weight distribution or dimensional inconsistency exists.
• Boat trailers that require extralegal weight.
• Any change of ownership or a change of configuration and/or modification to the vehicle.
  
  

Note: Inspection reports are required for all companies -- including California-based and out-of-state -- when applying for transportation permits.

• Download and fill out the proper inspection form(s) electronically.
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Crane (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Heavy Haul (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Heavy Haul - Dual (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Tractor (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Self-Propelled Vehicle (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Trailer Mounted Fixed Load (PDF)
• Vehicle Inspection Report - Tow Truck (PDF)
• Follow the guideline provided on how to complete the form.
• Email the completed PDF form and all the requirements. No scanned or handwritten forms are acceptable.
• Email: PermitVehicleInspectors@dot.ca.gov

• View and follow the instructions for a one-time verbal approval.
• For questions, contact the vehicle inspectors on the permits contact page.