Understand whether a commercial vehicle crash belongs on the federal record, whether it fits a current FMCSA preventability category, and what evidence should be preserved before you act.
A qualifying crash generally involves a commercial motor vehicle on a public road and at least one federal threshold: a fatality, an injury requiring immediate treatment away from the scene, or disabling damage requiring a tow.
Read the official FMCSA criteriaFMCSA currently accepts Requests for Data Review for 21 eligible crash types involving circumstances such as being struck, another motorist's illegal action, stopped or parked vehicles, animals, road debris, and video evidence.
Review the official CPDP categoriesA category match only opens the door to review. The police report and supporting evidence must explain the circumstances clearly enough for FMCSA to make a determination.
Review of reportability, possible CPDP eligibility, evidence gaps, and the recommended next step within one business day after the submission is complete.
Request my reviewOptional filing support when the completed review finds a supportable Standard matter. Complex or high-risk matters are separately quoted and may be declined.
The review fee applies whether or not filing is recommended. No crash determination or record change is guaranteed.
A qualifying crash on a public road is generally reportable when it involves a fatality, an injury requiring immediate treatment away from the scene, or disabling vehicle damage requiring a tow. The complete federal criteria and definitions control.
The CPDP lets eligible carriers submit a Request for Data Review for certain crash types so FMCSA can determine whether the crash was preventable. Eligibility does not guarantee a non-preventable determination.
Preserve the police report, photographs, dash-camera video, driver statement, witness information, vehicle records, and other time-stamped material that explains what happened.
An expert crash record review costs $25. If filing is recommended, an eligible Standard filing costs $74. Complex or high-risk matters require a separate quote and may be declined.