Part 369 — Reports of Motor Carriers
49 CFR Part 369: Periodic financial and operational reporting requirements for certain motor carriers.
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49 CFR Part 369 requires certain classes of motor carriers to file periodic financial and operational reports with FMCSA. These reporting requirements are primarily aimed at larger for-hire carriers and carriers involved in household goods transportation, providing FMCSA with financial health data across the industry.
The reports required under Part 369 include annual reports covering revenues, expenses, operating statistics, and balance sheet data. FMCSA uses this data to monitor the financial condition of regulated carriers and to support policy and rulemaking activities. Not all carriers are subject to Part 369 — the requirements apply to specific carrier classes defined by annual revenue thresholds and type of operation.
For most small carriers and owner-operators, Part 369 has limited direct impact. The reporting burden falls primarily on larger carriers and household goods movers. However, understanding the requirement matters when a small carrier grows past revenue thresholds or when acquiring a company with pre-existing reporting obligations.
Key Provisions
- Requires periodic financial reporting (annual reports) for certain for-hire carrier classes.
- Covers revenues, expenses, operating statistics, and balance sheet data.
- Primarily affects larger carriers and household goods movers above defined revenue thresholds.
- FMCSA uses submitted data for industry monitoring and regulatory policy development.
- Most small carriers and owner-operators are not subject to Part 369 reporting requirements.
Why It Matters to Truck Owners
While Part 369 affects a minority of carriers directly, it matters when you are buying or merging with a larger operation that has existing reporting obligations. Failing to file required reports — or inheriting a company with overdue reports — can create compliance problems. Carriers subject to Part 369 should track their filing calendar as carefully as any other regulatory obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which carriers must file reports under 49 CFR Part 369?
Part 369 reporting applies to Class I and Class II motor carriers of property (based on annual revenue thresholds) and certain household goods carriers. Small carriers and owner-operators below the revenue thresholds are generally exempt. Check current FMCSA guidance for specific thresholds.
What information is included in Part 369 reports?
Required reports typically include annual financial data such as operating revenues and expenses, asset and liability information, and operating statistics including miles driven, tons carried, and vehicle counts. The specific data elements vary by carrier class.
How often must Part 369 reports be filed?
The primary filing obligation under Part 369 is an annual report. Filing deadlines and submission procedures are specified in FMCSA guidance. Carriers subject to the requirement should confirm current deadlines directly with FMCSA.
Read the official legal text: 49 CFR Part 369 — eCFR.gov (official)
Related Federal Trucking Laws
- Part 379 — Preservation of Records
- Part 375 — Transportation of Household Goods
- Part 385 — Safety Fitness Procedures
This page is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Always verify current requirements at fmcsa.dot.gov or with a qualified transportation attorney.
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