Requirements and specifications for stickers on

Do I need a sticker on my truck?

The Decal or Sticker must be applied to the vehicle (ie - not trailer or fuel tank covers or other removable parts) and permanently attached (not magnetic or paper duct taped to the door). What are Other "Required" Decal Numbers for your Truck?

Do you need stickers for a DOT inspection?

Decal compliance for DOT inspections includes having all the required information on the exterior of your truck. For instance, you’ll need stickers to identify: Note that some stickers have spaces to add specific information before putting them on the truck.

Can dot stickers be placed on truck doors?

Most companies put these stickers on their truck doors. A conspicuous location won’t obscure any part of the DOT number from view. It is against DOT decal requirements to apply stickers to any removable part of the truck, including the trailer and fuel tank cover.

What happens if you don't comply with USDOT decal requirements?

Failing to adhere to USDOT decal requirements can lead to: Vehicle Out of Service: Your vehicle may be grounded until compliance issues are resolved, impacting operations. Lower Safety Rating: This can affect business contracts and public perception.

Can you put stickers on a truck cab door?

It is against DOT decal requirements to apply stickers to any removable part of the truck, including the trailer and fuel tank cover. Applying stickers to the cab door ensures compliance with this rule. Other decals, like the fuel tax, annual inspection, and registration stickers, can go on the left side of the cab.

How do you write a dot sticker on a truck?

Make the lettering two inches tall (in some states, the minimum is four inches) and an easy-to-read font. Contrast it with the truck’s paint (for example, white lettering on a black truck). Decal compliance for DOT inspections includes having all the required information on the exterior of your truck. For instance, you’ll need stickers to identify: