MCS-150 – BIENNIAL UPDATE
The MCS-150 form is a federally mandated requirement by the FMCSA for obtaining, renewing, or updating your USDOT number. Every motor carrier must file this update at least once every two years, or immediately if there are changes to company information such as address, number of vehicles, or operation type.
Failing to file your MCS-150 on time can result in deactivation of your USDOT number and potential penalties.
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- ✅ Update your company details
- 🔄 Reactivate a suspended DOT number
- ❌ Deactivate your DOT number if you're no longer operating
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When to File an MCS-150 Update
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
To keep your USDOT number active and compliant, the FMCSA requires an MCS-150 update every two years. You must also file an update if any of the following apply:
- Change of business name or address
- Change in operating authority
- Reactivating a USDOT number
- Reapplying after revocation
- Starting to haul hazardous materials
- Updating fleet size
- Ceasing operations
- Any other changes to company info
Staying current helps you avoid fines and keep your registration in good standing..
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
The MCS-150 is a required form used to update or renew your USDOT number with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Every carrier must submit this update at least once every two years—or sooner if there are changes to your company’s details, such as address, fleet size, or operating status.
Failing to complete your Biennial Update can result in serious consequences, including deactivation of your USDOT number and fines of up to $1,000 per day, with a maximum penalty of $10,000.
Keeping your information current isn’t just a rule—it’s essential for staying compliant and avoiding costly disruptions to your operations.
How Your DOT Renewal Date Is Determined
What You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Update
How Your DOT Renewal Date Is Determined
Your USDOT number holds the key to your FMCSA update deadline. The last two digits of your number indicate when you need to file:
- The final digit corresponds to the month your update is due.
- The second-to-last digit tells you whether you file in an odd or even year.
Even if your company’s details haven’t changed—or if you’ve stopped operating—you’re still required to submit a Biennial Update through the FMCSA Portal. Failing to do so can result in penalties or deactivation of your USDOT number.