File a DataQs challenge for an inaccurate FMCSA record

How long does a DataQs review take?

Your State must decide the Initial Review within 21 days (the clock pauses if it asks you for more information). You can then request Reconsideration (21 days) and Final Review (45 days), each within 30 days of the prior decision. If the State asks for more information you have 14 days to respond. These stages apply to requests under FMCSA's rules effective September 18, 2026. We do not guarantee outcomes or timing.

Source: https://dataqs.fmcsa.dot.gov/HelpCenter/Faqs

What does a DataQs request cost?

The government fee is $0. FMCSA does not charge for DataQs requests. Our fee for preparing and submitting the request is $45 flat per request.

What evidence helps a DataQs request?

Evidence that shows the record is wrong: the inspection report or crash report, a court disposition showing a citation was dismissed, photos or dashcam video, ELD or log records, and documents showing the vehicle or driver was not yours on that date (a lease, bill of sale or registration). Send what you have and we will tell you what the request still needs.

Can you guarantee the violation or crash will be removed?

No. The State or FMCSA reviews the request and decides the result. We prepare and submit a complete request with your evidence, but we do not guarantee outcomes or timing.

Who files the DataQs request?

We do, on your behalf, through our own DataQs account. You sign a written authorization first, and you do not need to create a login of your own.

What do you need from me?

A signed written authorization, your USDOT number, the inspection report number or crash number and its date, the state, a short description of what is wrong, and your supporting documents. We ask for no driver personal information beyond what the request needs.