Whenever recipients receive an ‘out for delivery’ notification, they get filled with excitement and joy to get their package delivered until FedEx updates that they won’t be able to deliver that package on the following date.
What does this update mean? Do I need to do something to get my package? I know seeing this update a lot of question arises but don’t worry here we gonna discuss what it really meant and what you need to do to get your package.
What’s the Meaning of ‘Out For Delivery, But not Delivered’ meant?
If you have received this out for delivery notification then it usually means that your package has been loaded into a truck and is on its way to get delivered to the resident’s address. However, the delivery guy attempted to deliver it but due to some reason they were unable to do so.
It simply means that your package has left the FedEx facility and is currently on its way to get delivered. In normal case scenarios it will get delivered on the very same day you got the notification but if something goes wrong then it will be not able to deliver it and your package will be rescheduled to deliver again.
Why my Package has got the “Out for Delivery, But not delivered” Status?
Incomplete Delivery Address
When it first happened to me I forgot to mention my house number correctly which in turn gave FedEx a valid reason to not deliver my package. However, I still managed to get my package as I contacted FedEx customer care and let them know that I had mistakenly written the wrong house number instead of the correct one.
After all that, my package was delivered on the very same day as I corrected my mistake on time.
If you think that’s the issue with your package, then try to get in touch with FedEx as soon as possible so that you can get your package one time.
Piled up Packages
Usually, FedEx delivers all its packages through the delivery truck, and before putting them into the vehicle they scan the packages first to let the recipient know that their package will be delivered on the following day.
Although it happens very rarely, sometimes the truck gets piled up with packages and there is no space left for your package to fit in. In such scenarios, Your package might have to wait in the facility until the next trip of the delivery vehicle is planned.
To make things worse, if the next day is a weekend or long holiday then you might have to wait for a few days to get your package. In the meantime, your package status will be showing you out for delivery if FedEx fails to update it on time.
Attempted Delivery
There have been numerous instances where the delivery guy has attempted to deliver the package but was unable to do so for reasons like the response was not available at the delivery address or the location was inaccessible.
Under these conditions, FedEx usually updates the tracking status without word delivery but not delivered status to let the user know that they have tried to deliver the package on the scheduled delivery date.
If you’re living in a safe neighborhood then you can either go with the no-signature release option where you aren’t required to be physically present to get your package.
Logistical Problems
FedEx delivers almost all their packages through delivery trucks. Sometimes these trucks can be broken down while being on the road which can halt the delivery operation in a particular area. Depending upon the severity of damage it can take from few hours to get fixed or In the worst case scenario, it can take even weeks to get fixed.
To tackle the issue, FedEx usually has an ideal truck, which comes to rescue the affected truck in case of a major mechanical issue and all the packages have to be transferred from the affected truck to the rescue truck so normal delivery operations can resume.
Unfortunate Accidents
Humans are bound to make mistakes and sometimes these mistakes end up being road accidents. Depending upon the severity of damage, delay can happen for much longer. than expected, as the authorities have to inform when they have to process the whole scenario of the accident.
Police have to process the whole scene before the packages move from the affected delivery vehicle to another one. No one knows how long it will take, as the authorities have to follow their standard procedure and make sure all the evidence has been collected.
Ideally, in these scenarios, FedEx usually keeps the tracking status ‘out for delivery’ until you contact them and know the actual status of your package.
Severe Conditions
Usually, all the packages get scanned before they leave the FedEx facility, and bad weather conditions like snowstorms or hurricanes can happen anytime even when the packages are out for delivery.
Depending upon the situation, FedEx might have to halt the entire delivery operations in the affected area until the weather clears up. In most cases, FedEx usually doesn’t provide any update regarding the tracking status of your package. Instead of that, they let them track the status to stuck on out for delivery option until they resume the normal delivery operations.
Package Sent to the Wrong Delivery Truck
Although it happens very rarely, sometimes a package gets sent to the wrong delivery truck and remains unnoticed until the delivery guy finds it out.
By the time, the delivery guy returns the package to the FedEx facility for proper sorting, the day has already passed which in turn makes your package get delayed you get the status ‘out for delivery, but not delivered’.
How long does FedEx take to deliver after out for delivery?
When your package gets marked “out for delivery”, it means that the package is on its final stage of the journey and will arrive at the recipient’s address shortly. However, the expected time differs from which type of service you are using:
- FedEx Express: Aims for within 1-3 business days.
- FedEx Ground: Takes 1-5 business days (3-7 days for Alaska and Hawaii).
However, you still need to track your package regularly so that you can be informed if something goes wrong with the package.
What’s the Meaning of Out for Delivery But Scheduled for Next Day FedEx?
If you’ve got the status as ‘out for delivery, but scheduled for the next day’ it means your package will be delivered to you the next day due to some unavoidable circumstances.
Currently, FedEx will not be able to deliver the package on the estimated delivery date but they will make sure it gets delivered by the very next working day after the expected delivery date.
What To Do When My Package Remains Stuck on “Out for Delivery” Update?
Wait for a Reasonable Amount of Time: Especially in busy areas, deliveries might run behind schedule, so don’t panic. Wait for a while and allow a few hours for the package to get delivered.
Check Tracking Information: In the meantime, you can check the tracking status of your package to know where your package has reached, or when it will arrive at your location.
Contact the Carrier: Once you’ve done the above things, now it’s time to contact the carrier directly and ask what’s wrong with your courier. As they are the right persons to provide you with the most up-to-date information about your package’s location.