Truck preventive maintenance checklist 

First, establish clear maintenance intervals based on mileage, engine hours, or time periods. Train your maintenance team on proper inspection procedures and documentation requirements. You can use Lumiform to send automated reminders when inspections are due for each truck.

Yes, since this checklist helps you identify minor issues before they become major problems. By catching worn belts, low fluid levels, or deteriorating components early, you avoid costly roadside breakdowns and emergency repairs. Regular preventive maintenance also extends component lifespan, improves fuel efficiency, and reduces the likelihood of catastrophic failures that can lead to expensive towing and repair bills.

Prioritize repairs based on safety criticality and operational impact. Items affecting braking, steering, or engine operation should be addressed immediately. Create a repair plan that groups related work together to minimize vehicle downtime. Document all findings and repairs in your maintenance records, and consider whether the pattern of failures indicates a need for more frequent preventive maintenance for that particular vehicle.

Yes, you should tailor this checklist to each vehicle type in your fleet. Add specialized sections for refrigeration units on reefer trucks, hydraulic systems on dump trucks, or PTO equipment on utility vehicles. Remove irrelevant sections for vehicles that don’t have certain components. The core engine, brake, and safety inspections should remain consistent, but specialized equipment requires additional maintenance points.