Annual Federal Safety Inspections
Trailers registered in North Carolina require a Federal Safety Inspection yearly, if the combined weight of the trailer and cargo at any point exceeds 4,000 pounds. Do you utilize a car hauler, large enclosed trailer, equipment trailer, gooseneck trailer, or dump trailer that exceeds this weight? If so, you need to have a yearly federal safety inspection (and sticker) to be DOT compliant to avoid fines/penalties and loss of use of your trailer.
What to Expect from a Federal Safety Inspection at NC Trailers
NC Trailers service professionals will provide you with a detailed review and inspection of all the required critical safety inspections on your trailer, including:
• Brake System:
Electric brakes, hydraulic brakes, pads, drums, or rotors, parking brake system
• Coupling Devices: Fifth wheels, pintle hooks, safety devices, tongue
• Lighting Devices: All required lights/reflectors operable
• Safe Loading: Vehicle parts, load, dunnage, spare tire, front end structure, intermodal container securement devices, etc.
• Suspension: Axle positioning parts, spring assembly, torque, radius, or tracking components
• Frame: Frame members, tire and wheel clearance, adjustable axle assemblies
• Tires + Wheels + Rims: Tires, rims, spares, fasteners, welds
How Much does the Annual Federal Safety Inspection Cost?
NC Trailers offers this inspection at our dealership for only $125 per trailer.
We also offer the option for us to “travel to you” for an on site inspection for only $165 per trailer for the federal safety inspection.
Why Choose North Carolina Trailer Sales?
• #1 Rated Trailer Dealer in the Carolinas: From the initial inquiry to after-sales support, we’re committed to providing an exceptional customer experience every step of the way.
• Hundreds of Trailers in Stock: NC Trailers has two dealership locations, Thomasville and Winston-Salem, that combine to have 300+ trailers in stock.
• Custom Payment Solutions: NC Trailers has partnered with multiple financing companies, a rent-to-own partner, and we offer a 90-day layaway option, all to help you get the trailer you need.
• Lifelong Support: We provide parts and service for all types of trailers, and offer warranty work, federal safety inspections, service pickup/delivery, and fleet management options to make trailer repair or maintenance a breeze.
• Customization Options: One size doesn’t fit all, NC Trailers can help you custom order a trailer, or our professional service department can help tailor your existing trailer to meet your exact specifications.
Don’t settle for subpar trailers that compromise on quality and performance. Choose NC Trailers for premium trailers that deliver durability, reliability, and performance. Explore our collection today and experience the difference quality makes.
