FMCSA Registered ELD List: How to Check a Device
Rules, prices and device details on this page were checked October 2026 against the official sources listed at the bottom. Where a provider doesn't publish a number, we say so instead of guessing.
Every ELD sold in the US has to be on FMCSA's registered list. If yours isn't, it doesn't count as an ELD, no matter what the box says. The list is public and free to search, and checking it takes about two minutes. Here's how to do it, what the details mean, and what to do if your device has been pulled. Checked October 2026 on FMCSA's ELD site.
Why Registration Matters
The ELD rule in 49 CFR 395.8(a) requires most drivers who keep records of duty status to use an ELD. And under the ELD rule's technical standards, a device must be registered with FMCSA to count. If a carrier uses a device that isn't registered, or one that's been revoked, its drivers are effectively running without a compliant ELD.
Self certification
Here's something many carriers don't realize: FMCSA doesn't test ELDs before they're listed. Manufacturers self certify that their device meets the technical specifications, then register it. FMCSA's list says it plainly: the listed devices are self certified by the manufacturer, and FMCSA does not endorse any ELD.
That means being on the list is the minimum bar, not a stamp of quality. FMCSA can and does remove devices later when it finds they don't meet the specs. That's why it's worth checking both the registered list and the revoked list before you buy.
How to Search the FMCSA List
- Go to FMCSA's ELD site at eld.fmcsa.dot.gov and open the ELD List.
- Choose Registered ELDs. There's a separate tab for Revoked ELDs.
- Search by device name, company or ELD identifier. You can also download the whole list.
- Match the details to your device. The ELD identifier and model number are the best matches, since device names can be similar.
Where to find your device's details
Your ELD's identifier and model are usually in the app's settings or about screen, on the device label, or in the user manual. Providers often list them on their website too. HOS247, for example, publishes its device as model FLT2 with ELD identifier ELD247.
What the list shows
Each entry on the registered list includes:
| Field | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Device name and model number | Confirms exactly which device is registered |
| Software version | Shows which versions were certified |
| ELD identifier | The unique code to match against your device |
| Company and contact details | Phone, email, website and address |
| Supported data transfer methods | Telematic (web services and email) or local (USB and Bluetooth) |
| Data transfer description | Step by step instructions for roadside transfer |
| ELD malfunctions | How the device detects and records malfunctions |
| Certifying statement | The manufacturer's statement that it meets the specs |
| User manual | Downloadable manual for the device |
The data transfer section is especially useful. It tells you whether your ELD uses the telematic option (web services plus email) or the local option (USB plus Bluetooth), and walks through the steps. Print that part for your in cab packet.
Revoked ELDs and What to Do
When FMCSA finds a device doesn't meet the technical specs, it moves it to the revoked list. Some providers also self revoke, for example when they stop supporting a product. The revoked list shows a status for each device, and many entries are marked self revoked.
FMCSA has been busy in 2026. On August 6, 2026, it removed five devices, and in July it removed ten more. Our revoked ELDs list tracks the recent removals.
If your device is revoked
- Stop relying on it. Once a device is revoked, it no longer counts as a compliant ELD.
- Switch to paper logs in the meantime, as FMCSA directs, or to another compliant method.
- Replace it within the window. FMCSA typically gives carriers 60 days from the revocation to switch to a registered device. After that, drivers using the revoked device can be cited and placed out of service.
- Keep your records. Export your old logs before the provider shuts down access. You need 6 months of RODS under 395.8(k).
Switching Deadlines
Revocation deadlines are tied to the date FMCSA announces the removal. For the five devices removed on August 6, 2026, FMCSA said carriers had until October 6, 2026 to replace them. After the deadline, enforcement can cite 49 CFR 395.8(a)(1) and 395.22(a), and drivers can be placed out of service under CVSA's out of service criteria.
FMCSA posts these announcements on its ELD News and Events page. If you're a carrier, it's worth signing up for FMCSA's ELD email updates so you hear about revocations right away.
Popular Registered Devices
When we checked the registered list in October 2026, it included devices from all the major providers, among them Motive, Samsara, Geotab, Verizon Connect, Omnitracs, Platform Science, Zonar, EROAD, Lytx, Teletrac Navman, ISAAC, Garmin and HOS247. Big names often have several entries, since each hardware and software combination is registered separately.
Still, always check your exact model and identifier. A provider can have one device registered and another revoked. For buying advice, see our best ELD devices list or the best ELDs for trucking companies.
Tips to Stay Safe
- Check before you buy. Look up the device on the registered list and the company on the revoked list.
- Be wary of rock bottom prices from unknown sellers. Many recently revoked devices came from small, little known providers.
- Recheck once or twice a year. A device that was fine last year might be revoked now.
- Keep the manual handy. Drivers need it in the truck, along with transfer and malfunction instructions.
One more habit worth building: when you onboard a new driver, have them show you the ELD identifier in their app and compare it to the list. It takes a minute and makes sure everyone knows where to find it if an officer asks.
Want a provider with a clean record? Compare ELD quotes from established providers. And for the rules behind all of this, read our ELD mandate guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if my ELD is FMCSA registered?
Go to the ELD List on eld.fmcsa.dot.gov, open Registered ELDs and search for your device name, company or ELD identifier. Match the model number and identifier to your device.
Does FMCSA test ELDs?
No. Manufacturers self certify that their ELDs meet the technical specifications. FMCSA lists them but does not endorse any device, and it can revoke devices that are found not to comply.
What happens if my ELD is revoked?
Switch to paper logs or another compliant method and replace the device with a registered one, typically within 60 days of FMCSA's announcement. After that, drivers can be cited and placed out of service.
Where can I find my ELD identifier?
It is usually in the app's settings or about screen, on the device label, in the user manual, or on the FMCSA registered list entry for your device.
Sources
All prices, terms and registration details were checked October 2026 on the pages below. Providers change pricing often, so confirm before you buy.