QVI (Quarterly Vehicle Inspection) Driver Prep Checklist

Truck Exterior & Condition

• No body damage (wrecks, cracks, major dents)
• Truck is reasonably clean outside
• Mudflaps present and in good condition
• Reflective tape and devices intact
• D-rings on rear (2 total), undamaged and not rusty
• Pintle hook not bent or damaged

Tires & Lights

• Tires free of flat spots and have good tread
• All tractor lights working (headlights, high beams, turn signals, brake lights, hazards)
• Trailer light check completed by hooking to a trailer and verifying all signals and brake lights

Horn & Washer Fluid

• City horn works
• Air horn works
• Washer fluid filled and sprays windshield

Driver Book (Binder in Cab)

• Truck registration / cab card (first page)
• Proof of insurance
• CPM (Ryder Federal Annual Inspection)
• DOT Quick Guide (typically pages 4–5)
• Hazmat Quick Guide (2024 version required – 2020 books are expired)

Annual Inspection Proof

• Federal Annual Inspection sticker visible on the door frame or exterior of the truck
• OR a paper copy of the Federal Annual Inspection present in the cab

Safety Equipment

• Fire extinguisher mounted, secured, and fully charged (driver’s side)
• Three red reflective triangles present in the box (passenger side)

Reminder: Perform a full walk-around before inspection. Any missing, damaged, or non-functioning items must be corrected before presenting the truck. If FedEx identifies issues during the QVI, the vehicle may be placed out of service until corrected.