FMCSA Removes Five ELDs and Sets October 6 Replacement Deadline

Five Devices Removed from the Registered List

FMCSA announced that it removed five electronic logging devices from the registered-device list on August 6, 2026, because the providers failed to meet the agency's minimum requirements. The affected names listed by FMCSA are:

• MOONLIGHT ELD
• HGRS ELD
• HIGHEST ELD
• TRUCKFORD ELD
• Sparkle ELD

Motor carriers using one of these devices must replace it with an ELD shown on FMCSA's registered list before October 6, 2026. Drivers should confirm the exact device name and ELD identifier with their carrier because similar product or company names can cause confusion.

Why the Deadline Matters

An ELD appearing on a truck's dashboard is not enough by itself. Motor carriers are responsible for using a device that is registered and self-certified by its provider as compliant with the federal ELD technical requirements.

FMCSA maintains both registered and revoked lists. If a provider corrects the identified deficiencies, the agency may return a device to the registered list and notify the industry. Until that happens, affected carriers should plan around the published replacement deadline rather than assuming the vendor will resolve the issue in time.

After the deadline, continued use of a revoked device may be treated as operation without a compliant ELD. That can expose a carrier or driver to citations and potential out-of-service consequences under the applicable enforcement criteria.

Immediate Checklist for Drivers

1. Open the ELD information screen and record the device name, model, software version, and ELD identifier.
2. Compare that information with FMCSA's current registered and revoked device lists.
3. Notify the carrier's safety or compliance department immediately if the device matches a revoked listing.
4. Follow the carrier's instructions for paper logs or approved logging software during the transition.
5. Keep the current day's record and the previous seven days available in the format required by the applicable rules and guidance.
6. Do not wait until October 6 to learn the replacement device; allow time for installation, driver accounts, training, and data-transfer testing.

Drivers should not independently alter or discard electronic records. The carrier should provide a documented transition process that preserves required Hours of Service records and gives drivers clear instructions for roadside inspections.

What Carriers Should Verify

Carriers should select replacements from FMCSA's official registered list, not only from a vendor advertisement. They should verify that the exact model and software version are listed, arrange installation, train drivers, and test the device's ability to produce and transfer a compliant output file.

The transition plan should also explain how edits, annotations, unidentified driving time, malfunctions, and supporting documents will be handled. A driver who understands the new device before the first dispatch is less likely to create avoidable log errors.

Keep Checking the Official List

The status of an ELD can change, so this is not a one-time purchasing check. Carriers should periodically review FMCSA's list and subscribe to agency ELD updates. Drivers who change employers or equipment should verify which system is installed and request training before operating.

For a broader review, study Hours of Service practice questions, use the CDL question directory, and review vehicle inspection preparation.

This article summarizes the FMCSA notice available at publication. Always check the official registered and revoked lists before making a compliance decision.