diff --git a/site/public/tools/dot-compliance-check/index.html b/site/public/tools/dot-compliance-check/index.html
index 6845307..8c89927 100644
--- a/site/public/tools/dot-compliance-check/index.html
+++ b/site/public/tools/dot-compliance-check/index.html
@@ -373,6 +373,12 @@ Send reset link
       html += '</div>';
     }
 
+    // Recent update notice + disclaimer
+    html += '<div style="background:#f8fafc;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:10px;padding:16px;margin-top:12px">';
+    html += '<p style="font-size:14px;color:#475569;margin:0 0 8px"><strong>Think something is wrong?</strong> If you recently filed an update, it may take 5-10 business days for FMCSA to reflect changes in their system. If you believe this report is in error, contact FMCSA directly at <a href="tel:8008325660" style="color:#2563eb;font-weight:600">(800) 832-5660</a>.</p>';
+    html += '<p style="font-size:12px;color:#94a3b8;margin:0"><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> This tool queries publicly available FMCSA data and is for informational purposes only. Always confirm directly with FMCSA. This is not legal or compliance advice.</p>';
+    html += '</div>';
+
     resultsEl.innerHTML = html;
     resultsEl.classList.remove("hidden");