C&C is an Authorized Maryland Trailer Safety Inspection Station in Gaithersburg
In Maryland, trailers need to undergo a trailer safety inspection when a used trailer is being bought or sold or when a new trailer is being titled and registered. The Maryland trailer safety inspection is to ensure the trailer meets all legal requirements to be on the road and is safe to be on the road without posing safety hazards.
C&C Manufacturing in Gaithersburg, MD is an authorized Maryland trailer safety inspection station. We can inspect your Maryland trailers, offer trailer repairs for any issues, and supply trailer parts for replacements as needed.
Does My Trailer Need To Be Inspected in Maryland?
In Maryland, a safety inspection is required for all used vehicles, including trailers. Trailers must be inspected in Maryland by an authorized safety inspection station.
A trailer safety inspection in Maryland must be completed within 90 days of the day the trailer is to be titled and registered. If you need to move your trailer before you can complete the inspection within 90 days, you can request a temporary 30-day registration. The temporary registration may have additional fees and costs in addition to the standard titling and inspecting requirements.
What is Checked at a Maryland Trailer Safety Inspection Station
During a trailer safety inspection in Maryland, all parts of the trailer will be inspected. The inspection will look for all parts being undamaged, intact, and operational. If you are concerned about any part of your trailer prior to the inspection, talk to C&C about trailer replacement parts or repairs to meet Maryland safety standards.
- Hitches
- Safety Chains
- Coupling Device
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Emergency Brakes
- Tires and Wheels
- Frame
- Fenders
- Lighting
- All Electrical Components
- Leaks
What Happens if My Trailer Fails the Safety Inspection?
In the event your trailer fails the vehicle safety inspection, you will need to have any repairs or replacement parts completed. You then can return to the trailer safety inspection station to have the inspection completed again and confirm the trailer passes the safety standards.
Having an inspection completed at C&C Manufacturing in Gaithersburg allows us to complete all repairs and order any replacement parts all in one location. We can streamline your trailer repairs to pass the trailer inspection and have you back on the road safely and legally.
Why Work with C&C’s Trailer Safety Inspection Station
C&C began in 1974. Since then, we have grown to provide new and used trailers for sale, all trailer maintenance, custom trailer manufacturing, trailer parts, and trailer replacements.
Our trailer safety inspection station in Gaithersburg allows trailer owners to get an honest inspection while having all replacement parts, maintenance, and repairs available in one place. We can streamline your trailer repairs so you can be back on the road safely in no time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a trailer safety inspection?
A trailer safety inspection is a mandatory inspection to ensure that your trailer meets Maryland’s safety standards. This inspection verifies that the trailer is safe to operate on public roads.
Is a trailer inspection required in Maryland?
Yes, Maryland requires all trailers to undergo a safety inspection before they can be registered. This applies to both new and used trailers, including those purchased out of state.
What types of trailers need safety inspections?
All trailers are required to have a safety inspection in Maryland. This includes Utility trailers, Enclosed trailers, Landscape trailers, and Hauling trailers.
How often do I need to get my trailer inspected?
Maryland requires a trailer inspection when a trailer is being registered for the first time in Maryland or ownership of the trailer changes. Routine inspections for trailers already registered in Maryland are not required unless mandated by law or circumstances like a citation. However, annual inspections can help with maintenance, repairs, and trailer lifespan.
How long does a trailer inspection take?
Trailer inspections typically take 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the trailer’s condition and complexity.
Do I need to schedule an appointment for a trailer inspection?
Scheduling a trailer inspection is preferred, but you can call our shop to see if we are able to take walk-in trailer inspections on that day.
Can I register my trailer without a safety inspection?
No, Maryland law requires a completed and passed safety inspection certificate to register a trailer.
Are there penalties for not having a trailer inspected?
Yes, operating an uninspected or unsafe trailer can result in fines, citations, and possible towing of the trailer.
Can I perform my own trailer inspection?
No, a trailer inspection must be conducted by an authorized Maryland State Inspection Station.
Does Maryland recognize out-of-state trailer inspections?
Maryland requires its own state-certified inspections, even for trailers inspected in another state.