Prepare for Motus: The USDOT Registration System

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) encourages company officials with a USDOT Number or docket number (MC, MX, or FF) to check their FMCSA Portal account information to prepare for the launch of Motus: the USDOT Registration System.

Actions to Take by May 14, 2026

1. Ensure Your FMCSA Portal Account Is Active

Log into your FMCSA Portal account (portal.fmcsa.dot.gov) to confirm it is active. If you don't have a Portal account, you can create one and use your USDOT PIN to access your information. Obtain your PIN at: safer.fmcsa.dot.gov.

Please note that FMCSA Portal accounts are disabled after 90 days and archived after 12 months of inactivity. If your account is disabled or archived, reach out to the FMCSA Contact Center at www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/ask-fmcsa to have your account unlocked.

2. Verify Your Company Information

In the Portal, ensure the following are correct:

• Company information
• Operation classification
• Contact information
• Individuals authorized to access your record

3. Update Company Information (If Needed)

You can make updates to your company information in the FMCSA Portal the same way you complete a Biennial Update. Select "Biennial Update (MCS-150)" in the Registration tab.

About Motus Account Linking

Only the FMCSA Portal Company Official using the same FMCSA Portal Login.gov email will be permitted to claim an account in Motus for the first time. Once your account is successfully linked to Motus, you will no longer need to access the FMCSA Portal to make registration changes.

Visit the following link to download the FMCSA Portal Registration User Guide for FMCSA Registered Entities and Associates: www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/fmcsa-portal-registration-user-guide-fmcsa-registered-entities-and-associates

Stay Up to Date

Visit www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/resources-hub for the latest information, fact sheets, and more.

If you need assistance, the FMCSA team is available at 1-800-832-5660.