TRANSPORT VARES INC
USDOT 1006588 • DBA: VARES TRANSPORT • 12474 BOUL ST JEAN BAPTISTE, MONTREAL, QC, H1C 1S5
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-428078 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Unknown |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACT1231595 | ON FILE | Feb 28, 2016 | Mar 26, 2017 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | ACT1002010 | ON FILE | Feb 26, 2010 | Apr 1, 2015 |
Insurance History (16 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACT1231595 | REPLACED | Feb 28, 2016 | Feb 26, 2017 |
| ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACT1231595 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2016 | Feb 28, 2016 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 674-2953 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2015 | Feb 26, 2016 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ACT1002010 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2010 | Feb 26, 2015 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | CARGO | JVQCLH282 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2009 | Feb 26, 2010 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | JVQCLH282 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2009 | Feb 26, 2010 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | JVQCLH282 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2008 | Feb 26, 2009 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | JVQCLH282 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2008 | Feb 26, 2009 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 804529 | CANCELLED | Feb 26, 2003 | Mar 27, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 804529 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2003 | Feb 26, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 804529 | CANCELLED | Feb 26, 2003 | Mar 27, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 804529 | REPLACED | Feb 26, 2003 | Feb 26, 2008 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | RST345281 | CANCELLED | Feb 25, 2002 | Mar 31, 2003 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | RST345281 | REPLACED | Feb 25, 2002 | Feb 26, 2003 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | CARGO | RST345282 | CANCELLED | Feb 25, 2002 | Mar 31, 2003 |
| ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | CARGO | RST345282 | REPLACED | Feb 25, 2002 | Feb 26, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ACT1231595 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2017 | Mar 26, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ACT1231595 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2017 | Feb 26, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | ATLANTIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ACT1231595 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 28, 2016 | Feb 28, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | 674-2953 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2016 | Feb 26, 2016 |
| CANCEL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | ACT1002010 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2015 | Apr 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | ACT1002010 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2015 | Feb 26, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | JVQCLH282 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2010 | Feb 26, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | JVQCLH282 | CARGO | Feb 26, 2010 | Feb 26, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | JVQCLH282 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2009 | Feb 26, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | JVQCLH282 | CARGO | Feb 26, 2009 | Feb 26, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 804529 | CARGO | Mar 27, 2008 | Mar 27, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 804529 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 27, 2008 | Mar 27, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 804529 | CARGO | Feb 26, 2008 | Feb 26, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 804529 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2008 | Feb 26, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | RST345282 | CARGO | Mar 31, 2003 | Mar 31, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | RST345281 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 31, 2003 | Mar 31, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | RST345281 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2003 | Feb 26, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | RST345282 | CARGO | Feb 26, 2003 | Feb 26, 2003 |
Authority Action History (1 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC428078 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 28, 2002 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
9 states • 165 inspections
Violation Summary (103 violations from latest 100 of 165 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 8 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 6 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 6 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLIWR | Lighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (165 inspections)
Showing 50 of 165
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2026 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LAWRENCE TWP | US 206 (Disabled American Veterans Highway) | ...899920 | TRANSPORT VARES INC |
| Mar 20, 2025 | MD | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | IS95 J F K MEMORIAL HIGHWAY | ...979007 | VARES TRANSPORT |
| Feb 13, 2024 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BRIDGEWATER TWP | I-287 | ...207883 | VARES TRANSPORT |
| Dec 18, 2023 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWARK CITY | I-95, N.J. TURNPIKE | ...996766 | TRANSPORT VARES INC |
| Nov 15, 2023 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GARY | I 80 | ...341108 | TRANSPORT VARES INC |
| Nov 15, 2022 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | Ref Marker: | ...888602 | VARES TRANSPORT |
| Feb 20, 2021 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | Ref Marker: | ...996766 | VARES TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 11, 2021 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LOGAN TWP | GLOUCESTER COUNTY 601 | ...996767 | TRANSPORT VARES INC |
| Dec 19, 2019 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 29, 2018 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 2, 2012 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 28, 2012 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 20, 2011 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 28, 2009 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 19, 2007 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 7, 2005 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
34 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 34 events