As per FMCSR §390.201, it is mandatory to provide an out-of-business notification to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). All entities falling under its jurisdiction must inform FMCSA if they have ceased operations or are no longer in business.



Failure to deactivate your USDOT number could lead to civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day, with a maximum penalty not exceeding $10,000.