Effective July 1, 2025, the damage waiver charge added to DCLI’s Daily Market Rates for Direct ChassisLink Pool (DCLP) chassis will act as coverage for damages that total $1,000 or less as outlined below. Damages that incur a total cost of more than $1,000 will be billed to the motor carrier in full. Please Note: Any damages to DCLP chassis used prior to July 1, 2025, are not covered by the new policy.

Damages that result in a total cost of $1,000 or less that are covered by the damage waiver charge include:

• Damage to components with the following descriptions:
  • Broken
  • Bent
  • Cut/Torn
  • Missing (not due to theft)
  • Improper repair
• Damage to tires with the following descriptions:
  • Cut / Sidewall Puncture or Impact
  • Punctured (Due to nail or foreign object in tire)
  • Run Flat / Run to Destruction / Blown / Blowout
  • Flat Spot / Slid Flat / Skid Flat
  • Cap Peel / Cap Separation
• Mechanical Brake Failures
• Electrical Failures

Damages that are not covered within the damage waiver charge include:

• Replacement of components or damage resulting from theft, abuse, or negligence by the motor carrier
• Any modifications made to the chassis frame, appearance, or functionality
• Damage caused by improper chassis use, including:
  • Transporting overweight containers
  • Failing to secure locking pins, bolsters, or twist locks
  • Using a container chassis to haul tanks
  • Operating with tilt lifts
• Corrections to faulty repairs made while the chassis was in the motor carrier’s possession
• Damage from accidents or incidents where the motor carrier is deemed at fault

Damage Waiver FAQs

What is the Damage Waiver Charge?

The Damage Waiver Charge is an additional charge added to DCLI’s Daily Market Rates for Direct ChassisLink Pool (DCLP) chassis, as of July 1, 2025. This charge acts as coverage for damages that total $1,000, meaning you will no longer receive a damage rebill for damages on a DCLP chassis that total $1,000 or less.

Why did DCLI implement the damage waiver program?

DCLI implemented the Damage Waiver Charge on July 1, 2025, to less lessen carrier financial responsibility for equipment damage, eliminate the administrative burden imposed by nominal repair bills, and support our ongoing investment into our fleet and operations. These are just a few examples of our continued commitment to delivering a great trucker experience through our DCLP solution.

What damages are covered by the Damage Waiver Charge?

Damages that result in a total cost of $1,000 or less that are covered by the damage waiver charge include:

• Damage to components with the following descriptions:
  • Broken
  • Bent
  • Cut/Torn
  • Missing (not due to theft)
  • Improper repair
• Damage to tires with the following descriptions:
  • Cut / Sidewall Puncture or Impact
  • Punctured (Due to nail or foreign object in tire)
  • Run Flat / Run to Destruction / Blown / Blowout
  • Flat Spot / Slid Flat / Skid Flat
• Cap Peel / Cap Separation
• Mechanical Brake Failures
• Electrical Failures

To note, the Damage Waiver charge only applies to our DCLP solution.

What damages are not covered by the Damage Waiver Charge?

Damages that are not covered within the damage waiver charge include:

• Replacement of components or damage resulting from theft, abuse, or negligence by the motor carrier
• Any modifications made to the chassis frame, appearance, or functionality
• Damage caused by improper chassis use, including:
  • Transporting overweight containers
  • Failing to secure locking pins, bolsters, or twist locks
  • Using a container chassis to haul tanks
  • Operating with tilt lifts
• Corrections to faulty repairs made while the chassis was in the motor carrier’s possession
• Damage from accidents or incidents where the motor carrier is deemed at fault

To note, Damages that incur a total cost of more than $1,000 will be billed to the motor carrier in full.

Can I opt out of the damage waiver program?

No. Our Damage Waiver Policy is part of our DCLP pricing. As a DCLP user, any damage incurred to a pool chassis that is under $1,000 will not be rebilled to you. If you are interested in other chassis procurement options that do not include a damage waiver policy, please contact sales@dcli.com

How will the Damage Waiver Charge be reflected on my invoice?

The Damage Waiver Charge will be included in Total Rate per Day and will not be differentiated out on the invoice. The Total Rate per Day will be multiplied by the number of chassis and usage days during the term. The Total Rate per Day is calculated per region by the formula below.

Base Rate per Day + Damage Waiver Charge = Total Rate per Day

 Please refer to the Daily Market Rates on the DCLI website for the latest market rates for standard marine chassis in each region.

 What happens if I have damage on a DCLP chassis that incurs a total cost of more than $1,000?

The Damage Waiver Charge only applies to damages that incur a cost of $1,000 or less. If damage on a DCLP chassis incurs a total cost of more than $1,000, you will be billed the cost of the damages in full.

If a needed repair is identified on a customer’s yard or over the road, would it still be covered?

Yes. The Damage Waiver Policy applies all covered repairs that are less than $1,000 regardless of the equipment’s location – road service (i.e. OTR or yard repairs) or terminal repairs.

My question wasn’t answered here. What should I do?

If you have additional questions, please reach out to your sales representative, or send an email to customerservice@dcli.com.