Question 292 of 403

What must a driver generally do if their electronic logging device (ELD) malfunctions during a trip?

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Reconstruct records manually on paper and report the malfunction as required
Continue driving indefinitely with no log at all
Switch immediately to a paper log only for the remainder of that same day
Switch permanently to paper logs without ever repairing the ELD

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Correct answer to question 292 (General Knowledge): Reconstruct records manually on paper and report the malfunction as required

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If an ELD malfunctions, the driver must keep paper records of duty status manually and notify the carrier so the device can be repaired or replaced within the required timeframe.

Updated: November 2026

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