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Daily Walkaround Defects Worth Reporting Immediately

Some defects should go straight from inspection to workshop action because delay increases downtime and risk.

By Fleeta Workshop Team
Daily Walkaround Defects Worth Reporting Immediately

Do not normalise defects

Minor leaks, abnormal brake feel, coupling concerns and tyre damage are often reported casually at first. A cleaner reporting and jobsheet workflow helps those issues get handled before they become bigger failures.

Escalate quickly when you see

  • Air leaks that affect system build-up
  • Tyre sidewall damage or exposed cords
  • Coupling or landing leg concerns
  • Critical lighting failures
  • Brake imbalance or unusual drag

The workshop link

When defects flow directly into a structured job record, workshop teams can prioritise more effectively and customers get clearer updates.

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