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Major safety issue with semi truck detected just in time

The Iowa State Patrol recently stopped a tractor trailer for a major safety issue on October 28, 2024.

What's the issue: The truck's frame was completely broken on one side, which could have led to a serious accident if not caught in time.

  • Troopers noticed the vehicle wasn't sitting right on the road, prompting the inspection.
  • The driver was sidelined for operating a potentially dangerous vehicle.

Community response: Many expressed concerns about how such a defect wasn't noticed in routine inspections.

  • Comments suggested the driver missed this issue during pre-trip checks.
  • Some blamed Iowa's rough roads as a contributing factor.

Thankfully, no crashes or injuries occurred from this incident, and the defective truck was removed from the road.

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